Care Assistant in Plymouth inPlymouth PUBLISHED MON 18 AUG 2025 Jump to job information section
Caremark Plymouth r4Hul90Ro
Job description
Paid travel time and 45p per mile — can boost your effective pay by around 20%, ideal if you drive to local visits.
Work for an OUTSTANDING CQC-rated provider in Plymouth — trusted, stable and respected employer.
Full paid induction and Care Certificate training, with ongoing support to gain further industry qualifications.
Flexible home-based shifts that fit family life — great for women balancing childcare, school runs and a car.
Competitive pay, weekday/weekend rates, pay rises after 12 months and enhanced bank-holiday pay up to £25.20ph.
Perks, free DBS & uniform, 28 days holiday (pro rata), pension & free life insurance, Blue Light discounts and £300 referral.
Are you looking for a new career? Do you want to make a difference in peoples lives? Do you want to join a team who values and builds on your skills?
If you answered yes to any of these questions, then being a carer at Caremark might just be for you!
Everyday will be different, and you’ll meet people from every walk of life, hear some amazing stories and learn along the way!
We are not sponsoring overseas applicants at the moment.
You will be working for one of the highest rated care providers in Plymouth with an OUTSTANDING CQC rating.
We offer our Care Assistants:
Please note that we pay separate travel time, mileage, and holiday pay. This is in addition to your hourly rate for care tasks. This can add an extra 20% (£2.50) to your hourly rate when comparing with companies who don't do this. A full breakdown of your pay is always provided.
£12.60ph Weekdays
£12.90ph Weekends
Enhanced bank holidays rates up to £25.20ph
Increased pay rates after 12 months service
PAID travel time (Paid at £12.21ph)
Paid mileage (45p per mile)
FREE DBS
28 days holiday per year, pro rata
Comprehensive Induction leading to ‘Care Certificate’
Blue Light Discount Card – Online & high street discounts
Free Uniform & PPE
£300 Refer a friend scheme (T&C’s apply)
Full support to achieve further industry recognised qualifications
Company pension scheme & free life insurance
As a Care Assistant you will provide care & support to our clients in the comfort of their own homes allowing them to remain as independent as possible as an alternative to residential care. Typical responsibilities include helping with personal care, meal preparation, medication prompting, attending appointments, companionship and supporting a clean home environment.
We warmly welcome people with previous healthcare assistant, carer and/or support worker experience.
If you answered yes to any of these questions, then being a carer at Caremark might just be for you!
Everyday will be different, and you’ll meet people from every walk of life, hear some amazing stories and learn along the way!
We are not sponsoring overseas applicants at the moment.
You will be working for one of the highest rated care providers in Plymouth with an OUTSTANDING CQC rating.
We offer our Care Assistants:
Please note that we pay separate travel time, mileage, and holiday pay. This is in addition to your hourly rate for care tasks. This can add an extra 20% (£2.50) to your hourly rate when comparing with companies who don't do this. A full breakdown of your pay is always provided.
£12.60ph Weekdays
£12.90ph Weekends
Enhanced bank holidays rates up to £25.20ph
Increased pay rates after 12 months service
PAID travel time (Paid at £12.21ph)
Paid mileage (45p per mile)
FREE DBS
28 days holiday per year, pro rata
Comprehensive Induction leading to ‘Care Certificate’
Blue Light Discount Card – Online & high street discounts
Free Uniform & PPE
£300 Refer a friend scheme (T&C’s apply)
Full support to achieve further industry recognised qualifications
Company pension scheme & free life insurance
As a Care Assistant you will provide care & support to our clients in the comfort of their own homes allowing them to remain as independent as possible as an alternative to residential care. Typical responsibilities include helping with personal care, meal preparation, medication prompting, attending appointments, companionship and supporting a clean home environment.
We warmly welcome people with previous healthcare assistant, carer and/or support worker experience.
Paid travel time and 45p per mile — can boost your effective pay by around 20%, ideal if you drive to local visits.
Work for an OUTSTANDING CQC-rated provider in Plymouth — trusted, stable and respected employer.
Full paid induction and Care Certificate training, with ongoing support to gain further industry qualifications.
Flexible home-based shifts that fit family life — great for women balancing childcare, school runs and a car.
Competitive pay, weekday/weekend rates, pay rises after 12 months and enhanced bank-holiday pay up to £25.20ph.
Perks, free DBS & uniform, 28 days holiday (pro rata), pension & free life insurance, Blue Light discounts and £300 referral.
Not sure?
If you're interested in this role but you have questions or you're not yet ready to apply, then please book a quick call with us and we'd be happy to answer any questions you have and tell you more about the role.
If you're interested in this role but you have questions or you're not yet ready to apply, then please book a quick call with us and we'd be happy to answer any questions you have and tell you more about the role.
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Benefits
Paid travel time and 45p per mile — can boost your effective pay by around 20%, ideal if you drive to local visits.; Work for an OUTSTANDING CQC-rated provider in Plymouth — trusted, stable and respected employer.; Full paid induction and Care Certificate training, with ongoing support to gain further industry qualifications.; Flexible home-based shifts that fit family life — great for women balancing childcare, school runs and a car.; Competitive pay: weekday/weekend rates, pay rises after 12 months and enhanced bank-holiday pay up to £25.20ph.; Perks: free DBS & uniform, 28 days holiday (pro rata), pension & free life insurance, Blue Light discounts and £300 referral.
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Can you tell me about your previous experience as a carer, healthcare assistant or support worker and what you enjoyed most about the role? (Assesses relevant experience and motivation)
This role involves assisting with personal care and prompting medication. Can you give an example of when you supported someone with these tasks and how you maintained their dignity and safety? (Checks practical skills and respect for dignity)
Describe a time you had to manage challenging or distressed behaviour. What did you do and what was the outcome? (Assesses de‑escalation and coping strategies)
Safeguarding is vital. Have you ever had a safeguarding concern? What action did you take and who did you inform? (Tests safeguarding awareness and escalation)
How do you organise your day and travel between calls to ensure you arrive on time and complete all scheduled visits? (Looks at time‑management and reliability)
1. 1. Can you tell me about your previous experience as a carer, healthcare assistant or support worker and what you enjoyed most about the role? (Assesses relevant experience and motivation)
2. 2. This role involves assisting with personal care and prompting medication. Can you give an example of when you supported someone with these tasks and how you maintained their dignity and safety? (Checks practical skills and respect for dignity)
3. 3. Describe a time you had to manage challenging or distressed behaviour. What did you do and what was the outcome? (Assesses de‑escalation and coping strategies)
4. 4. Safeguarding is vital. Have you ever had a safeguarding concern? What action did you take and who did you inform? (Tests safeguarding awareness and escalation)
5. 5. How do you organise your day and travel between calls to ensure you arrive on time and complete all scheduled visits? (Looks at time‑management and reliability)
Useful skills for a Care Assistant:
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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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