Home Care Assistant
Location: Reading, Wokingham, West Berkshire, and surrounding areas
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time Contracts
Salary: Competitive (depending on experience)
Join PureSoul Care Ltd – Where Care Meets Excellence
At PureSoul Care Ltd, we are a Care Quality Commission (CQC) registered home care provider committed to delivering exceptional, compassionate, and person-centred care to people in the comfort of their own homes.
Our mission is to empower individuals to live independently, safely, and with dignity by providing high-quality care tailored to their unique needs.
We believe outstanding care begins with outstanding people. That's why we invest in our employees through comprehensive training, continuous professional development, and genuine career progression opportunities. When you join PureSoul Care Ltd, you become part of a supportive, inclusive, and professional team where your contribution is recognised, valued, and rewarded.
Why Join PureSoul Care?
At PureSoul Care Ltd, we are committed to helping our employees build rewarding and long-term careers.
We offer:
- Competitive rates of pay
- Flexible working hours
- Full-time and part-time opportunities
- induction and ongoing training
- Career progression opportunities
- Funded professional development
- Auto-Enrolment Company Pension Scheme (subject to eligibility)
- Employee referral programme
- Employee discounts
- Company events
- Friendly and supportive management team
- Modern digital care systems
- A positive and inclusive working environment
Skilled Worker Visa Sponsorship
PureSoul Care Ltd is a UK Home Office Licensed Skilled Worker Sponsor.
We welcome applications from candidates who require Skilled Worker visa sponsorship, subject to UK Home Office immigration rules, eligibility requirements, and the availability of sponsorship within our organisation.
If you require Skilled Worker visa sponsorship, please indicate this in your application.
About the Role
As a Home Care Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting people to live independently in their own homes while maintaining their dignity, privacy, safety, and wellbeing.
You will provide compassionate, person-centred care to clients with a variety of needs, helping them remain comfortable and independent while making a real difference to their daily lives.
Working closely with clients, families, healthcare professionals, and the wider PureSoul Care team, you will deliver outstanding care in accordance with CQC standards and company policies.
Key Responsibilities
You will:
- Provide high-quality personal care, including bathing, dressing, grooming and toileting.
- Support clients with mobility, transfers and positioning using appropriate equipment where required.
- Assist with medication in accordance with company policies and training.
- Prepare meals and support with nutrition and hydration.
- Carry out light household duties including cleaning, laundry and shopping.
- Provide companionship and emotional support.
- Encourage independence and promote choice and dignity.
- Support clients to attend appointments and access their local community.
- Follow individual care plans and risk assessments.
- Observe and monitor clients' physical and emotional wellbeing.
- Report concerns or changes in health promptly to the Care Coordinator or Registered Manager.
- Maintain accurate electronic care records using company systems.
- Follow safeguarding procedures, infection prevention and control measures, health and safety legislation, and CQC Fundamental Standards.
- Respect confidentiality and maintain professional boundaries at all times.
What We're Looking ForEssential
- Caring, compassionate and reliable.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- A positive attitude and willingness to learn.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Good written and spoken English.
- Flexible approach to working hours, including evenings and weekends.
- Full UK Driving Licence.
- Access to your own vehicle.
Desirable
- Previous experience in home care, domiciliary care or residential care.
- NVQ/QCF Level 2 or Level 3 in Health & Social Care.
- Medication administration experience.
- Moving and Handling training.
- Basic IT skills for completing electronic care records.
No previous care experience?
No problem! If you are caring, committed and passionate about helping others, we will provide a comprehensive induction, full training, and ongoing support to help you succeed.
Employee Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Flexible shifts
- Paid induction and mandatory training
- Ongoing learning and professional development
- Career progression opportunities
- Auto-Enrolment Company Pension Scheme (subject to eligibility)
- Employee referral bonus
- Employee recognition programme
- Uniform provided
- Employee discounts
- Company events
- Supportive management team
- Modern digital care technology
- Friendly and inclusive working environment
- Free on-site parking
Working Hours
We currently recruit for:
- Full-time
- Part-time
- Permanent contracts
- Morning shifts
- Evening shifts
- Weekend shifts
Working patterns are flexible and based on client needs.
Essential Requirements
Applicants must:
- Have the right to work in the UK or be eligible for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship.
- Hold a Full UK Driving Licence.
- Have access to a reliable vehicle for work.
- Be committed to delivering safe, compassionate and person-centred care.
- Be willing to complete mandatory training and comply with company policies and procedures.
Apply Today
If you are passionate about helping others and want to build a rewarding career with a growing and ambitious care provider, we'd love to hear from you.
Join PureSoul Care Ltd and become part of a dedicated team that is making a positive difference in people's lives every single day.
Call our friendly Recruitment Team today on 0118 950 7009
Apply online today and start your rewarding career with PureSoul Care Ltd.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent, Temp to perm, Zero hours contract
Pay: £12.83-£18.05 per hour
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- On-site parking
- Referral programme
- Store discount
Education:
- GCSE or equivalent (preferred)
Experience:
- Care home: 1 year (preferred)
- Home care: 1 year (preferred)
Language:
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (required)
Work Location: In person
