Care Assistant in Framingham Earl inFramingham Earl PUBLISHED TUE 4 NOV 2025 Jump to job information section
Band 3: £24,937 to £26,597 a year
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ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY END OF LIFE FAMILY NHS PARKING PENSION VEHICLE WEEKEND
East Anglia’s Children’s Hospices rImoNio7
Job description
Up to +60% pay on Sundays & Bank Holidays, +30% on Saturdays and evenings — excellent extra earnings for shift work.
Full- and part-time roles with 12.5‑hour shifts — makes it easier to block childcare days and get long stretches off.
Comprehensive paid training, EACH Care Assistant Development Programme and children's palliative/end‑of‑life training.
Pension security — NHS pension continuation if already contributing, plus AVIVA scheme with up to 7% employer contribution.
Free onsite parking, subsidised meals and a pool car for community shifts — practical perks for carers who drive.
Regular clinical, safeguarding and management supervision, plus employee health cash plan and wellbeing support.
Care Assistant based at East Anglia’s Children’s Hospices in Framingham Earl (NR14). This permanent role (full- and part-time considered) sits at Band 3 with a salary of £24,937–£26,597 and operates within a 24/7 hospice service using 12½-hour shifts (day 07:30–20:00 / night 19:30–08:00) plus variable homecare hours. You will deliver hands-on, person-centred care for babies, children and young people with life‑threatening conditions across hospice, community and hospital settings — tasks include medicines administration (as an authorised practitioner), use of mobility and clinical equipment, maintaining electronic records on SystmOne, and supporting family activities such as hydrotherapy and wellbeing events. The role suits experienced carers or those from early years, education or health backgrounds who want to develop specialist children’s palliative care skills; a full driving licence and ability to travel within the region are essential. Weekend and Bank Holiday working is required, with enhanced pay rates (+30% Saturdays & evenings, +60% Sundays & Bank Holidays). A DBS check is required for appointment.
EACH will support your development with a Care Assistant Development Programme, a Children’s Palliative and End of Life Care training pathway, regular clinical and safeguarding supervision, and clear routes for progression. Benefits include 27 days’ annual leave plus 8 UK Bank Holidays, NHS/AVIVA pension options (including up to 7% employer contribution), free onsite parking, subsidised meals, pool car for community work, employee health cash plan, and wellbeing support. The hospice promotes an inclusive culture where diversity is welcomed and practical adjustments are made during recruitment. If compassionate, skilled care for children and families appeals to you and you want strong local support while you grow professionally, find this vacancy on jobsincare.com and click the Apply Now button to apply.
EACH will support your development with a Care Assistant Development Programme, a Children’s Palliative and End of Life Care training pathway, regular clinical and safeguarding supervision, and clear routes for progression. Benefits include 27 days’ annual leave plus 8 UK Bank Holidays, NHS/AVIVA pension options (including up to 7% employer contribution), free onsite parking, subsidised meals, pool car for community work, employee health cash plan, and wellbeing support. The hospice promotes an inclusive culture where diversity is welcomed and practical adjustments are made during recruitment. If compassionate, skilled care for children and families appeals to you and you want strong local support while you grow professionally, find this vacancy on jobsincare.com and click the Apply Now button to apply.
Up to +60% pay on Sundays & Bank Holidays, +30% on Saturdays and evenings — excellent extra earnings for shift work.
Full- and part-time roles with 12.5‑hour shifts — makes it easier to block childcare days and get long stretches off.
Comprehensive paid training, EACH Care Assistant Development Programme and children's palliative/end‑of‑life training.
Pension security — NHS pension continuation if already contributing, plus AVIVA scheme with up to 7% employer contribution.
Free onsite parking, subsidised meals and a pool car for community shifts — practical perks for carers who drive.
Regular clinical, safeguarding and management supervision, plus employee health cash plan and wellbeing support.
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Up to +60% pay on Sundays & Bank Holidays, +30% on Saturdays and evenings — excellent extra earnings for shift work.; Full- and part-time roles with 12.5‑hour shifts — makes it easier to block childcare days and get long stretches off.; Comprehensive paid training: EACH Care Assistant Development Programme and children's palliative/end‑of‑life training.; Pension security — NHS pension continuation if already contributing, plus AVIVA scheme with up to 7% employer contribution.; Free onsite parking, subsidised meals and a pool car for community shifts — practical perks for carers who drive.; Regular clinical, safeguarding and management supervision, plus employee health cash plan and wellbeing support.
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To work as a Care Assistant in the UK, you need a combination of essential skills, personal qualities, and sometimes specific qualifications. Here are the key skills and attributes required:
Essential Skills:
1. Communication Skills: Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with clients, families, and healthcare professionals. Good listening skills are also important.
2. Empathy and Compassion: Understanding and sharing the feelings of others is crucial in providing emotional support to clients.
3. Patience: The ability to remain calm and composed in stressful or challenging situations is vital.
4. Physical Fitness: Care assisting can involve lifting, moving, and supporting clients, so having a good level of physical fitness is important.
5. Observational Skills: Being able to notice changes in a client’s condition or behavior is crucial for providing appropriate care.
6. Time Management: You will often have to manage multiple tasks and prioritize the needs of your clients effectively.
7. Teamwork: Ability to work well with other healthcare professionals to provide the best care possible for clients.
8. Problem-Solving Skills: Finding effective solutions to challenges that arise during care activities.
9. Basic Cooking and Household Skills: Depending on the role, you may be required to prepare meals or assist with household chores.
Personal Qualities:
1. Dependability: Being reliable and punctual is essential in this role.
2. Respectfulness: Treating clients with dignity and respect is fundamental.
3. Adaptability: Being able to adjust your approach based on the individual needs of clients and varying situations.
4. Cultural Sensitivity: Understanding and appreciating diverse backgrounds and perspectives.
Qualifications:
While formal qualifications are not always required, the following can be beneficial:
1. Care Sector Training: Mandatory training may include safeguarding, first aid, infection control, and health and safety.
2. Health and Social Care Qualifications: NVQs or diplomas in Health and Social Care can enhance job prospects.
3. DBS Check: An Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check is usually required to ensure the safety of vulnerable individuals.
Experience:
Experience in healthcare, social care, or related fields can be advantageous, though entry-level positions may be available for those new to the sector.
Continuous Development:
Many employers encourage or require ongoing training and professional development to keep skills updated and enhance care delivery.
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