Care Assistant

Are you a compassionate individual looking to make a meaningful impact as a visiting carer, in a warm and supportive environment? We're not just a team; we're a close-knit community dedicated to providing exceptional care and building lasting connections. If you're a caring individual with at least three months' care experience then we'd love to speak with you! Your experience could either be in a professional or personal setting such as caring for a loved one. When you join our hourly care team, you'll discover how our community of colleagues are always there for each other, supporting our clients in and around Oxford.

Why join us?

We will recognise and appreciate the dedicated efforts of our care assistants by offering rewards for your hard work. Not only will you receive excellent pay rates above the living wage, you will also receive:

- A guaranteed hours contract - depending on your availability, we'll offer you between 5 to 30 hours guaranteed per week, with early morning, evening and / or weekend work available
- Minimum call time of 1 hour, so you have the time to care for your client
- A welcoming community - join a team that operates like a family, where every member is appreciated and supported
- You will be paid for your time travelling and your mileage between calls - 45p a mile
- Annual salary review
- Supportive environment - enjoy a workplace that encourages personal and professional growth, with mentorship and training opportunities
- Receive pay weekly
- Double pay on bank holidays
- FREE Blue Light Card
- Access to free ongoing training including diploma in health and social care
- Access to an assistance programme - supporting you in times of need
- FREE Enhanced DBS at induction
- We're a Disability Confident Employer
- Open door policy - come to the office to see us and enjoy a free refreshment

What do our carers say about working with us?

"I enjoy the variety that every day brings, the different needs and the rewarding feeling I get at the end of a shift knowing I've helped them to be more comfortable and independent in their own homes. I chose Oxford Aunts as they were recommended to me and they have been a great company to work for"

If you have at least three months of care experience, either professionally or personally, we'd love to hear from you! As an hourly carer, you'll provide support, companionship, and personal care to clients in Oxfordshire, helping them live independently at home. Duties include personal care, household tasks, supporting mobility, and running errands like shopping or collecting prescriptions.

As you will most likely be supporting clients to keep in touch with their community, local knowledge of the area is a plus. We also require you to have:
- Three months of care experience (paid or personal)
- Excellent communication skills
- A driving licence and your own car
- Good IT skills - all of our systems are online you'll spend less time writing admin and more time with your client
- The right to work in the UK (no sponsorship available)
- Local knowledge is a plus as you'll help clients stay connected with their community.