Jobs in Poolend

Care Assistant – Domiciliary Care
📍 Locations: Stoke-On-Trent
💰 Pay: £ 25,000 – £ 28,000 Annual Rate (depending on experience)
🕒 Full-time / Part-time / Flexible Hours Available
🚫 No Sponsorship Available
About Us
At Care-A-Lot Limited, we believe everyone deserves to live independently, with dignity, in the comfort of their own home. We provide high-quality domiciliary care and support services that respect individuality, promote independence, and enhance quality of life.
The Role
We are looking for compassionate and dedicated Care Assistants to join our growing team. You will support individuals in their own homes to live the life they choose, helping them maintain their health, well-being, and independence.
Key Responsibilities
Providing personal care and practical support in clients’ homes
Supporting clients to make their own decisions and maintain independence
Assisting with daily activities such as meal preparation, shopping, and light housekeeping
Offering companionship and emotional support
Supporting people from diverse backgrounds, cultures, and lifestyles
Liaising with families, healthcare professionals, and other carers
Helping maintain clients’ health, safety, and well-being
Medication Administration.
Skills & Abilities – What We’re Looking For
Essential:
Ability to work on your initiative and as part of a team
Understanding of the needs of older people, people with dementia, and/or learning disabilities
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Commitment to providing respectful, person-centred care
Willingness to undertake training and development
Desirable:
Flexible, innovative, and proactive approach
Experience with care planning systems
Problem-solving and decision-making skills
Experience & Qualifications
Essential:
Previous experience in a care/support environment
Good general education
Knowledge of health & safety in care settings
NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care (or willingness to work towards)
Desirable:
Knowledge of CQC regulations and care standards
First aid, manual handling, food hygiene, and other relevant training
Other Requirements
Satisfactory enhanced DBS check
Self-motivation, flexibility, reliability, and honesty
Commitment to equal opportunities
Full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle (Desirable)
🚫 No Sponsorship Available – applicants must have the right to work in the UK
What We Offer
Competitive pay rates
Flexible working hours to suit your lifestyle
Paid training and ongoing professional development
Supportive team and management
Rewarding work that makes a real difference in people’s lives