Organisation – Third Hand Healthcare LTD
Job title – Community Adult Care Worker
Apprenticeship – Adult Care Level 2/3 Apprenticeship
Salary - £12.60ph
Hours – 20–40 hours per week (shift-based; includes evenings/weekends as required)
About Third Hand Care
Third Hand Care is a local, family-run home care provider based in Farnham. We support adults living in Farnham, Aldershot, Alton, Farnborough, Frimley, Camberley, Fleet and nearby villages to remain safe, independent and comfortable in their own homes.
We are looking for caring, reliable Community Home Care Assistants who live in these areas and want to make a real difference every day.
Job Description –
As a Community Home Care Assistant, you will drive between clients’ homes, supporting adults with everyday tasks so they can stay independent.
Your visits may include:
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Preparing meals and drinks
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Providing personal care (washing, dressing, toileting)
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Prompting and assisting with medication
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Light housework and laundry
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Companionship, conversation and emotional support
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Helping people move safely at home or get out when needed
Our care is person-centred, based on what matters most to each person and their family.
What We Offer
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Competitive hourly rates, with enhanced pay for weekends and Bank Holidays
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Paid mileage between visits across Farnham and local towns, plus paid travel time per round
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28 days paid holiday (pro rata)
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Full, paid training – induction, shadowing experienced carers and support to complete the Care Certificate
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Regular support, supervision and appraisal from our Farnham-based office
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Workplace pension scheme (auto-enrolment)
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Paid DBS check
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Free uniform and PPE
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Clear opportunities to progress into senior care roles for those who want to develop
You don’t need formal care experience – we’re interested in people with the right values.
We’re looking for people who are:
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Kind, patient and genuinely caring
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Honest, reliable and professional
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Comfortable working one-to-one with older and vulnerable adults
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Hard-working, flexible and willing to learn
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Passionate about supporting people in the Farnham, Aldershot, Alton, Farnborough, Frimley, Camberley and Fleet communities
Availability
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Able to work between 7am–2pm and/or 3pm–9pm, and
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Able to work at least 1 weekend in every 2 weeks.
Essential
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Full UK driving licence (car or motorcycle) and access to a vehicle for work
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Already living in the UK with the right to work without sponsorship
Desirable Experience (Not Essential)
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Supporting a family member, neighbour or friend
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Volunteering with older or disabled people
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Previous experience in care, health or customer-facing roles
We provide full training from day one and ongoing support throughout your career with us.
Additional Information
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All offers are subject to satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS check.
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Third Hand Care is registered with and regulated by the Care Quality Commission (CQC).
Benefits:
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Company events
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Flexitime
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Referral programme
Work Location: In person
