Care Assistant
£14.00-£28.00 /hr
Caremark
- Hours: Flexible / varies (full-time, part-time & night shifts; shifts typically between 07:00–22:00; every other weekend)
- Female-only role under the Equality Act — ideal if clients prefer female carers
- Competitive pay: £14/hr and £28/hr on public holidays
- Paid induction, DBS covered and a structured 12‑week Care Certificate
- Flexible hours — full-time, part-time and nights; rota includes every other weekend
- Paid mileage at 35p/mile — suitable for carers with their own car in Cambridge
Caremark Cambridge & South Cambridgeshire seeks compassionate female Care Assistants to deliver person-centred support for older and vulnerable people across Cambridge and surrounding areas. The role includes personal care, medication support, meal preparation, companionship, community outings and light domestic tasks — all aimed at supporting independence and wellbeing. Shifts typically start at 07:00 or finish at 22:00, with staff working every other weekend; a driving licence and access to your own car are essential. This vacancy is for female applicants only in line with Schedule 9, Part 1 of the Equality Act, and we cannot offer sponsorship. You’ll receive £14.00 per hour (£28.00 per hour on public holidays), 35p per mile between calls, 28 days holiday pro rata, a company pension from day one, paid induction and DBS check, a wellness programme and a paid day off on your birthday. No prior care experience is required — you’ll complete a structured 12-week Care Certificate with blended learning, shadowing and ongoing mentoring, plus clear routes to progress into senior or leadership roles. Roles are available full-time, part-time and nights. If this sounds like the right step for you, please click the “Apply Now” button alongside this advert to proceed; you can also view the listing on jobsincare.com.