Join a team where you are truly valued
With over 20 years of experience, Alexandra’s Community Care is one of Cornwall’s most established and trusted home care providers. We take pride in having one of the highest staff retention rates in the industry—84% of our team feel valued, supported, and invested in. If you’re looking for a rewarding career with real progression, we’d love to hear from you.
Job Description & Responsibilities
We offer full-time and part-time roles with flexibility to suit you. As a Community Carer, you will provide essential support to individuals in their own homes, helping them live independently, stay connected to their community, and enjoy a better quality of life.
Your responsibilities will include:
Assisting with daily living tasks to help maintain dignity and independence
Providing personal care, including washing, dressing, and toileting, with sensitivity and respect
Preparing meals and supporting with medication, ensuring clients’ health and well-being
Accompanying clients to appointments, shops, and social outings to keep them active and engaged
Offering companionship and emotional support, making a positive difference every day
What We Offer
Starting pay: £13.50 - £14.40 per hour
Additional bonus: Up to £1.10 per hour, paid every 6 months
Plus: Holiday pay, sick pay, pension contributions, and mileage at 40p per mile
28 days annual leave
Monthly pay and pay reviews each April
Contracted hours
Access to pool cars
Full face-to-face induction programme and in-house training, from novice to manager
Care Certificate
Career progression opportunities – all our managers have been promoted from within
Flexible work patterns
A stable management team and local offices for ongoing support
Monthly team meetings
24/7 medical and well-being support through our Employee Assistance Programme
Blue Light Card
Generous refer-a-friend scheme
Company-paid social events
Requirements
Previous care experience is beneficial but not essential—we provide full training for the right candidates who are compassionate, reliable, and eager to learn.
You must be a driver with a valid driving licence, ideally with access to a car, though pool cars are available
Be able to work every other weekend
Friendly, trustworthy and caring nature
Able to work shifts of 7am-2pm and 4pm-10pm or one or the other, though flexibility is possible dependent on circumstances and skills
