Social Care Worker

Looking for a fresh start? Become a Care Assistant and change lives daily.

As the leaves change and the days grow shorter, why not embrace a new career path with job security and the chance to make a real difference?

Join Hales Home Care as a Community Care Assistant / Carer / Care Worker in Ipswich and enjoy the satisfaction of helping others, along with long term development opportunities, flexible hours, and a host of benefits designed to reward and support you.

Areas covered: Ipswich and surrounding villages.

Shifts or hours available:

7am-2pm
3pm-10pm
7am-10pm
Full-time, part-time, night, and weekend shifts to suit your lifestyle
Other shift patterns/non regular bank work may be available - contact us to discuss

Unfortunately, we are currently unable to accept applications from individuals requiring Out of Country sponsorship.

REWARDS AND PERKS

From the FREE Blue Light Card, Early Pay access with Hastee, up to £317 Refer a Friend bonus through Care Friends, Hales Heroes Monthly Draw and Quarterly Awards, to the annual Hales Care Awards, we ensure our teams feel valued and proud to be part of the Hales family., As a Hales Care Worker in Ipswich, you'll play a vital role in supporting the health, well-being, and independence of vulnerable individuals within the comfort of their own homes. Your responsibilities include:

Supporting individuals with their personal care routines including washing, dressing, and attending to toileting needs
Ensuring service users have adequate grocery supplies
Assisting individuals in taking their medication
Preparing warm and nourishing meals
Helping with light domestic tasks and other care needs
Providing a valuable companionship lifeline to individuals

Passionate about helping others.
A team player with good communication skills.
Full UK driving license and access to a vehicle preferred.
Previous experience in care, retail, hospitality or other service industry is welcomed but not essential.

Since 1999, Hales Home Care, a division of the Hales Group, has been committed to delivering person-centred care to vulnerable people in the community.

We value our staff and provide them with the tools and support needed for success.

Please note the role is subject to an enhanced DBS check and reference verification.

Generous mileage allowance
Enhanced bank holiday rates
Car salary exchange
Cycle scheme including E-bikes
External Well-being Programme including up to 10 therapy sessions with qualified counsellors, 24/7 telephone support from health and legal professionals, and access to our health and well-being app
Health and Financial Well-being Support
Online Zumba Fitness Programme
Pension scheme
Subsidised Life & Personal Accident Insurance
Funded eye tests & discounts for glasses
Free uniform and PPE (Personal Protective Equipment)
Access to a host of high street discounts and cashback opportunities

Training and Development

Whether you're new to care or experienced, we offer paid comprehensive training to develop your skills, with ongoing support and coaching to give you the confidence to deliver outstanding care services.

Career Advancement