Care Assistant

Job description

Make a Real Difference in Your Community - Thetford and surrounding areas.Right to work: You must already be fully eligible to work in the UK. We can only progress applications from individuals who already meet this requirement.

Looking to make a real difference while working in a role that fits your life?At Universal Care Services, we've designed our working patterns to give you a smoother, more structured working day. We have two shift patterns. Week 1: Monday, Tuesday, Saturday and Sunday. Week 2: Wednesday and Friday. Full time/Part time. We group your visits into clear AM and PM rounds, like breakfast–lunch or dinner–bed, so you're not left with long gaps between calls. Just a steady, predictable rhythm that works for you.

Why Work With Us?

20 Days Paid holiday per year (pro‐rata)

£400 Refer a Friend Scheme: Earn up to £400 per referral (unlimited) – (T&C's Apply)

Consistent shift patterns: 7 am–2 pm and/or 3 pm–10 pm with alternate weekend working on a two‐week rota

In‐store discounts with a Blue Light card offering up to 60% off high‐street names

Career Development: nationally recognised care certificates and further opportunities for professional development including fully funded NVQ qualifications from day one

Company phone with access to our in‐house app

Free DBS check

£10 for each Compliment Bonus (unlimited) – (T&C's Apply)

And most importantly, the chance to make a real difference every day!

What You'll Do

Supporting clients in all aspects of their daily life, i.e. Meal preparation, medication prompts and general domestic support

Assisting clients with personal care

Providing companionship and encouragement

Encouraging clients to take an active role in the planning and provision of their care

Recording and reporting daily visit information accurately

Who We're Looking For

Kind, caring and compassionate individuals

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Full UK driving licence, your own car, and business insurance are essential

Must be available to work alternate weekends

Right to work in the UK – you must already be fully eligible to work in the UK. We can only progress applications from individuals who already meet this requirement

Experienced & non‐experienced carers – everyone is welcome.

Be Part of Something That Truly MattersAt Universal Care Services we welcome everyone to apply, no matter your experience level. If you have experience as a Care Assistant, Support Worker, Carer, HCA, Health Care Assistant or in the NHS we would love to hear from you.

Bring your compassion, we'll support your success.Whether you're new to care or changing careers, we encourage applicants from every background to apply. For example: retail sales assistant, customer service, hairdressers/beauticians, receptionist, administrator, cleaners, warehouse workers and delivery drivers.

If you're compassionate, reliable, and ready to start a rewarding career in care, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and make a real difference in your community!

We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer.

We welcome applications from all individuals who meet the criteria of the vacancy. This role may involve physical tasks, and we encourage candidates of all backgrounds and abilities to apply. We are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive working environment where everyone can thrive.

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Dereham

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

21-05-2026

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