Available Areas: Antrim, Ballymena, Ballyclare, Newtownabbey, Crumlin, Magherafelt, Anoghill, Randalstown
Join Our Caring Team at Grace Care Services NI
Are you looking for rewarding work with hours that fit around your life?
Due to continued growth, Grace Care Services NI is looking for kind, reliable and compassionate Home Care Assistants to support people in Antrim and the surrounding areas.
We welcome applications from people looking for:
- Full-time hours
- Part-time hours
- Bank or casual work
- Morning or evening shifts
- Weekend work
- A few regular shifts each week
- School-hours work that fits around school drop-off and collection times
Whether you want regular contracted hours or greater flexibility, we will work with you to identify suitable shifts and care runs in your area.
Please note: We are unable to offer international sponsorship for this position. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK.
No Experience? No Problem!
Previous care experience is welcome but not essential. What matters most is having the right attitude, being dependable and genuinely wanting to make a difference.
We provide comprehensive training and ongoing support to help you feel confident in your role.
About the Role
As a Home Care Assistant, you will help our service users remain safe, comfortable and independent in their own homes.
Your duties may include:
- Providing companionship and emotional support
- Preparing meals and drinks
- Supporting with shopping and social activities
- Assisting with medication
- Supporting with personal care, including washing, dressing, toileting and grooming
- Helping to maintain a clean and comfortable home
- Monitoring wellbeing and reporting any concerns
- Completing clear and accurate care records
- Working independently and as part of a supportive care team
What We’re Looking For
We would love to hear from you if you:
- Are caring, patient and compassionate
- Have a positive and helpful attitude
- Are reliable and punctual
- Communicate clearly and respectfully
- Can manage your time and follow care plans and instructions
- Are comfortable working independently in people’s homes
- Have a good standard of spoken and written English
- Have the right to work in the UK
- Are willing to complete the required AccessNI check
A driving licence and access to a car are advantageous, particularly for some community care runs, but may not be essential for every available area or shift.
What We Offer
- £14.00 per hour
- Full-time, part-time, bank and casual opportunities
- Flexible shifts to suit different lifestyles
- School-hours care runs, subject to availability
- Set care runs within one area to help reduce travel time
- Mileage allowance
- Enhanced rates on bank holidays
- Holiday pay
- Company pension
- Referral programme
- Comprehensive induction and ongoing training
- Funded qualifications in Health and Social Care
- Career development and progression opportunities
- Support from a friendly and experienced team
If you are looking for flexible and rewarding work where your kindness can make a genuine difference, we would love to hear from you.
Please include your postcode, availability, preferred working hours and whether you have access to a car when applying.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent, Bank, Casual
Pay: £14.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Flexible working arrangements
- Referral programme
- Training and development opportunities
Pay: £14.00 per hour
Expected hours: 16.0 – 40.0 per week
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Flexible schedule
- On-site parking
- Referral programme
Licence/Certification:
- drivers licence (preferred)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
