Care Assistant Positions
Papa Home Care | Chelmsford, Essex
£12.50 – £14.50 per hour | Flexible Hours | Full Training Provided
About Papa Home Care
Papa Home Care is a family-run domiciliary care provider serving the Chelmsford community. Unlike large corporate agencies, we’re committed to providing personalised, high-quality care where every team member is valued and every client is treated like family. We combine the warmth of personal service with modern technology to ensure our carers have the support they need to deliver exceptional care.
The Role
We’re looking for compassionate, reliable Care Assistants to join our small, dedicated team. You’ll provide essential support to elderly and vulnerable adults in their own homes, helping them maintain their independence and dignity. This isn’t just a job – it’s an opportunity to make a genuine difference in people’s lives every single day.
What does a Care Assistant do?
Our Care Assistant jobs come with a range of responsibilities.
You’ll travel around Chelmsford and the surrounding areas to help clients with:
- Providing personal care (washing, dressing, toileting) with dignity and respect
- Supporting with medication administration and health monitoring
- Assisting with meal preparation and light housekeeping
- Providing companionship and emotional support
- Maintaining accurate care records using our digital app
- Working collaboratively with families and healthcare professionals
What Makes Us Different!
- Higher Pay: £12.50-£14.50/hour (above the £12.21 minimum wage)
- Local Work: All clients within 10 miles – minimal travel time
- Consistent Schedule: Regular rotas planned in advance, not last-minute calls
- Small Team: You’ll know everyone – clients, colleagues, and management
- Real Support: Direct access to management, weekly supervisions, genuine care.
- Training Investment: Full induction plus ongoing development opportunities
- Tech Enabled: Easy-to-use app for care notes and communication
- Career Growth: Opportunities to specialise and progress
Requirements
Essential
- Reliable, punctual, and trustworthy
- Compassionate nature and genuine desire to help others
- Good communication skills and ability to work independently
- Right to work in the UK
- Enhanced DBS check paid for the applicant
- Willingness to undergo enhanced DBS check
Desirable (but we’ll train you!)
- Previous care experience (home care, care home, or healthcare)
- NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health & Social Care
- Valid UK driving license and access to vehicle
- First Aid and Medication Administration certificates
Benefits Package
- Competitive hourly rate (£12.50-£14.50 based on experience)
- Mileage reimbursement at 45p per mile
- Pension scheme enrolment
- Comprehensive training and induction program
- Uniform and PPE provided
- Regular supervision and support
- Birthday recognition and team social events
- Opportunities for specialist training and career development
How to Apply
If you’re ready to join a team that truly values care work, we’d love to hear from you. Click on the ‘Apply Now’ button below and fill out a short application form.