Care Assistant

London Care Limited

Posted 2026-07-01

Reference

REF9298H

Location

London

Salary

Β£14.00 – Β£14.42 per hour

Care Assistant

London Care Limited

London

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Company Description


πŸ’™ Care Professionals Wanted – Join Our East London Team!

🌟 Brighter Days. Fresh Challenges. Real Impact. 🌟

At London Care, we're looking for compassionate and reliable individuals to join our growing Newham and East London Homecare Team as Care Professionals.

Whether you're looking for a rewarding career change, returning to work, or already have experience in care, we'll provide all the training, support, and development you need to build a meaningful career helping others.

🏑 What is Homecare?

Homecare is all about helping vulnerable adults remain safe, happy, and independent in the place they love most – their own home.

Unlike working in a residential or hospital setting, community care is focused on building genuine relationships, providing companionship, and supporting people to live life on their own terms.

You'll do far more than complete tasks – you'll become a trusted part of someone's day and make a real difference to their quality of life. If you want to go home each day knowing you've changed someone's life for the better, this role could be perfect for you.

πŸ’™ Why Join London Care?

At London Care, every day is different. Each shift brings new challenges, rewarding moments, and the chance to make a real difference in someone’s life. Whether you’re helping someone start their day with dignity or providing comfort in the evening, your care truly matters.

We see extraordinary achievements happen every day thanks to the talent and commitment of our people. As the largest care company in the UK, we’re transforming the care industry by working smarter, using innovative technology, and driving positive change. With our size and success, we can offer you a world of career opportunity, choice, and security.

πŸ“ Where You’ll Be Supporting

We are recruiting across Newham and the surrounding East London areas. Your local hubs will include (but are not limited to):

  • Newham Areas: West Ham, Canning Town, Stratford, Forest Gate, East Ham, and Plaistow.
  • Hackney Areas: Hackney Central, Dalston, Clapton, Homerton, Hackney Wick, and Stoke Newington.

πŸ’· Competitive Pay & Security

We believe great work deserves great pay. You will be paid at the following rates:

  • πŸ’° Monday to Saturday: Β£14.90 per hour
  • πŸ’° Sunday: Β£15.30 per hour
  • ✨ Guaranteed Hours available for the right candidates – giving you the security of regular work.

⏰ Flexible Shift Patterns

We operate 7 days a week and understand the importance of work-life balance. We offer flexible working patterns to fit around your lifestyle:

  • Day Shifts: 06:00/07:00 – 14:00
  • Evening Shifts: 14:00 – 22:00/23:00
  • βœ… Full-time and part-time opportunities available

Essential Requirements

To be considered for this role, you must:

  • βœ… Have the right to work in the UK (❌ Please note: We are unable to offer visa sponsorship).

βœ… Be willing and able to travel between clients within the local community

Job Description


πŸ’™ What You’ll Be Doing

As a Care Professional, you’ll provide essential care and support in the homes of our clients, following personalised care plans that put dignity and respect at the heart of everything you do.

You’ll help with:

  • Supporting with personal care – bathing, dressing, toileting, grooming
  • Assisting with medication – preparation and administration
  • Helping with mobility and using aids/equipment safely
  • Preparing meals/snacks and offering mealtime support
  • Carrying out light domestic duties – laundry, making beds, light cleaning
  • Offering companionship and building meaningful relationships

🌟 What Else You’ll Help With

  • 🀝 Companionship – conversations, activities, outings
  • πŸ’Š Medication Management – collecting prescriptions, reminders, safe administration
  • 🍲 Nutrition & Mealtimes – cooking nutritious meals, considering dietary needs
  • 🏑 Housekeeping – light cleaning, laundry, tidying
  • 🚢 Mobility Assistance – transfers, walking support, use of aids
  • πŸ‘€ Health Monitoring – observing and reporting changes in condition
  • 🌍 Social Inclusion – helping maintain community and family connections
  • πŸ’¬ Emotional Support – empathy, reassurance, and a listening ear
  • πŸ“ Documentation – accurate record keeping
  • πŸ›‘οΈ Safety & Emergency Response – creating safe environments, acting quickly when needed
  • 🀝 Collaboration – working closely with colleagues, professionals, and families

Qualifications


🦸 What You’ll Need (Besides a Cape and Superpowers!)

Hold onto your hats β€” ideally, you’ll have at least 6 months of social care experience to join our merry band of care crusaders!

But here’s the truth: what matters most to us is your heart of gold and your ability to sprinkle kindness wherever you go. You’ll need to be as resilient as a rubber band and as eager to learn as a curious kitten. Don’t worry β€” we’ll help you level up your skills and knowledge as part of our close-knit (and delightfully quirky) team.

While experience is a bonus, we’re really looking for people who:

  • πŸ’™ Have compassion oozing from every pore.
  • πŸ—£οΈ Can communicate like a UN diplomat.
  • 🧩 Possess problem-solving powers that would impress Mother Teresa.
  • πŸ‘΅ Are committed to respectful, high-quality care that would make your gran proud.

 

 

Additional Information


  • 🎁 What You’ll Receive

  • ✨ Guaranteed Hours available for the right candidates – giving you the security of regular work.

  • πŸŽ“ Fully Funded Qualifications: Ongoing support to achieve your NVQ / Diploma Level 2 & 3 in Health and Social Care!

  • πŸš€ Career Progression Opportunities: Clear pathways to advance into Senior Care, Coaching, or Management roles.

  • πŸŽ“ Paid training – comprehensive online and face-to-face induction.

  • πŸš€ Ready to Join Our Team of Everyday Heroes?

    If you’re ready for a career adventure that’s more exciting than a rollercoaster ride through a chocolate factory, apply today and become part of our journey to transform care.

    We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer.

  • πŸ‘Ά Enhanced maternity, adoption, and paternity pay

  • πŸ›‘οΈ Death in Service payment

  • πŸ’° Pension scheme

  • πŸ’† Benefits & Well-being platform

  • 🌴 28 days annual leave (pro rata)

  • 🚲 Cycle to Work scheme

  • 🀝 Refer-a-Friend bonus (Β£300 per referral)

  • πŸ›οΈ Blue Light Card eligibility (exclusive discounts!)

  • ⏱️ Flexible hours – part-time and full-time

  • πŸš— Local work with paid mileage

  • πŸŽ‰ Enhanced pay for weekends & bank holidays

  • πŸ“± Access to our in-house app

  • 🏒 The backing of the largest care company in the UK

  • βœ… No experience required

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