Care Assistant
Job description
Job Title: Care Assistant
Location: Harrogate, Knaresborough, Boroughbridge, Ripon, Pateley Bridge, Wetherby, Otley &
Surrounding Areas
Contract: Full-Time & Part-Time Roles Flexible Shifts (Mornings, Evenings & Weekends)
Salary: -13.50/hr (MonFri) | -14.25/hr (SatSun)
Plus 45p per mile mileage and fully paid travel time between visits
Make a Real Difference in Your Local Community
Are you looking for a fulfilling role that fits around your lifestyle? Join one of Harrogate's only Living
Wage Foundation-accredited home care providers and start a meaningful career that gives back.
At Radfield Home Care Harrogate, Wetherby & North Yorkshire, we help older adults live
independently, comfortably, and with dignity at home. As a Care Assistant, you'll be part of a
supportive, family-run team delivering compassionate, personalised care that truly matters.
Please note: We do NOT offer sponsorship.Why Choose Radfield?
- Great Pay: -13.50/hr weekdays | -14.25/hr weekends
- Paid Travel Time: Get paid your hourly rate while travelling between visits
- Mileage Allowance: 45p per mile
- MOT Contribution: Annual support to keep you on the road
- Holiday & Pension: Paid time off and pension contributions, plus your birthday off (paid!)
- Enhanced Bank Holiday Pay: Time and a half
- Alternate Weekends Off: Supporting work-life balance
- Free Uniform & DBS Check: We've got you covered
- Full Training: Including funded NVQs and ongoing professional development
- Progression Pathways: Room to grow within the company
No Experience? No Problem!
We don't ask for previous care experiencejust kindness, reliability, and a genuine desire to help
others. You'll receive full training and ongoing support to help you build confidence and succeed.
Your Role as a Care Assistant:
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- Provide tailored, one-to-one care that supports independence and dignity
- Help with daily tasks such as washing, dressing, meal preparation, and companionship
- Travel between clients' homes (paid travel time and mileage reimbursement)
- Build strong, meaningful connections with clients and their families
- Keep families reassured with regular updates
- Maintain accurate records and report changes in wellbeing
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What You'll Need:
- Minimum age: 18
- Full UK driving licence and access to your own car
- Right to work in the UK
- Enhanced DBS check and references (we'll guide you through the process)
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Be Part of a Team That Cares
Radfield Home Care Harrogate, Wetherby & North Yorkshire is proud to be known for our
compassionate approach and high standards of care. We value every member of our team and we're
ready to welcome you.
Apply today and start a rewarding career where you care and are cared for.
#RadfieldHarrogate
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent
Pay: -13.5014.25 per hour
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- Flexitime
- Free or subsidised travel
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Referral programme
- Store discount
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Application question(s):
WE DO NOT OFFER SPONSORSHIP. Do you require it?
Language:
English (required)
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Licence/Certification:
Driving Licence (required)
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Work authorisation:
United Kingdom (required)
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Work Location: On the road
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