Social Care - Care Assistant
Job Description
Posted 5 Oct 2026Join Home Instead Chelmsford as a Care Assistant in Witham and make a genuine difference to older people across Essex. This is a permanent role with award-winning support, excellent wellbeing benefits, and flexible hours to suit your lifestyle — all with minimum 1-hour visits so you can deliver unhurried, person-centred care.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide companionship and friendly conversation to help clients stay independent at home
- Support with home help tasks such as light housekeeping, meal preparation and shopping
- Assist with daily routines and wellbeing, following personalised care plans
- Offer sit-in support, including longer visits and occasional live-in care opportunities
- Travel between client homes safely and reliably across Witham and surrounding areas
What You'll Need
- Full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle (essential)
- A caring, reliable approach and great communication skills
- Willingness to complete in-house training (no experience required; full support provided)
- Ability to work flexible hours, including mornings/evenings or weekends as agreed
Why Apply
You’ll earn from £13 per hour, receive outstanding training and staff support, and join a team that prioritises your wellbeing while helping you build a long-term career in social care in Essex.
Company
Home Instead Chelmsford, UK
Address
Witham, Essex
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Company
Home Instead Chelmsford, UK
Address
Witham, Essex
Application URL
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