At Elite Care & Comfort (ECC), we believe great care starts with great people. We’re a family‑run business built on approachability, and genuine compassion and we’re looking for Healthcare Assistants who share those values.
If you’re someone who cares deeply, communicates confidently, and wants to make a meaningful difference in the lives of vulnerable people across Barnsley and Sheffield, you’ll feel right at home with us.
Our HCAs support clients in their own homes, helping them stay independent, comfortable, and connected to their community. You’ll become a familiar, trusted presence in their daily lives often visiting the same clients multiple times a week and becoming part of their routine and support circle.
Your responsibilities will be varied, meaningful, and rooted in person‑centred care.
Personal Care & Daily Living
- Support clients with bathing, dressing, grooming, and personal hygiene
- Assist with safe mobility around the home
- Help clients maintain routines that support independence and dignity
Medication Support
- Prompt or assist clients with prescribed medication in line with care plans
Meal Preparation & Nutrition
- Prepare meals tailored to dietary needs
- Offer feeding support where required
Companionship & Emotional Support
- Provide warm, human connection to reduce loneliness
- Engage clients in meaningful activities that enrich their day
- Support social visits, community outings, grocery trips, and life events
Health Monitoring & Reporting
- Observe and document client wellbeing using our digital care planning system
- Communicate changes promptly to senior staff
Light Domestic Support
- Maintain a safe, tidy home environment through light cleaning and laundry
Safeguarding & Compliance
- Uphold ECC’s safeguarding standards
- Maintain confidentiality and follow all health & safety procedures
What Makes ECC Different
A Culture of Growth
We prepared offer extended training to team members who complete their probationary period. If you’re ready to learn, we’re ready to support you.
Variety That Keeps You Fresh
Your week won’t look the same every day. You may work:
- Solo calls with familiar clients
- Double‑staffed calls with colleagues
- Social support visits
- Occasional waking nights
This rotation keeps your skills sharp and your experience broad.
Support You Can Count On
Our senior team is accessible, responsive, and genuinely invested in your journey.
Modern, Digital Care
We use digital note‑taking and handover systems to make your work smoother and more accurate.
Visa Sponsorship
For candidates already in the UK seeking to switch employers, sponsorship may be available.
Who We’re Looking For
We hire for heart first and experience second.
Essential Qualifications
- Care Certificate (all 15 standards)
- Safeguarding Level 2
- First Aid Awareness
- Oliver McGowan training
- Full UK driving licence & access to your own car
Qualities That Matter Most
- Genuine passion for care
- Resilience both emotional and physical
- Compassion and curiosity
- Strong communication skills
- Ability to work independently
- Open‑hearted, observant, and respectful
Shift Patterns & Flexibility
- Part‑time roles also available with flexible availability
- Mix of solo and double‑staffed calls
- Occasional waking nights
Pay, Mileage & Benefits
- £13.85 per hour starting salary, adjusted for experience
- 45p per mile mileage reimbursement
- Uniform provided
- Access to funded training, including NVQ Level 3
Job Types: Permanent, Zero hours contract, Full-time
Pay: £13.85-£14.50 per hour
Benefits:
- Company events
- Flexible schedule
- Paid training
Work Location: In person
