Childrens Care Assistant

Job description

OverviewJoin Alcedo Care Wirral as a Childrens Care Assistant working within the areas of Birkenhead, Wallasey and Greasby.

Excellent rates of pay £13.40-£13.90, PLUS Pension PLUS Holiday Pay (equating to a Rolled Up pay rate of £15.47-£16.05). We are offering a free DBS check. Immediate interviews available.

ResponsibilitiesThe Care Assistant role involves personal care including continence support, washing, dressing as well as supporting with medication, meal preparation and helping with household tasks. Just as importantly, you'll promote people's independence, whilst bringing a real sense of joy to those you support.

You'll join our amazing team delivering quality care, making a real difference by enriching lives and supporting independence within your local community.

Shifts are flexible where possible and we also have opportunities for short shifts or 12-hour shifts days or nights.

With over 25 branches across the North-West, Lakes and Cumbria, Yorkshire and Wales, we deliver more than a million care hours each year. Our award-winning in-house training team, including Registered Nurses, ensure you receive all the support and skills you need as a Care Assistant, recognised nationally with the Princess Royal Training Award. Through our Rising Stars programme, we offer structured development including fully funded NVQs and mentoring.

RequirementsThis role requires the post holder to:

Hold a full UK driving licence

Be medically fit to drive

Be willing to undertake appropriate checks in line with company policy

Driving and mobility are important to this role; as a people person, you will enjoy meeting and supporting a diverse range of people of all ages.

Benefits & Additional Information

Enhanced bank holiday rates

Paid training following successful completion of 1 week's work

Extra earnings through our referral scheme - £250 for every successful referral

Mileage contribution for drivers

Flexible working hours (full-time, part-time and casual)

Access to our Employee Assistance Programme for 24/7 wellbeing support

Free DBS check

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

INDWIR

Join Our Team: If you're ready to start a rewarding career with a company that truly values its carers, we'd love to hear from you. Our dedicated recruitment team is on hand to guide you through the process. Apply today as a Childrens Care Assistant and take your first step with Alcedo Care.

Jobs are provided by the Find a Job Service from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP).

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Birkenhead

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

31-03-2026

Profession type

Home Care Jobs

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English