Care Assistant

Company Description

Location: Truro

Pay Rate: £15 per hour

Shifts Available: 12-hour day shifts (0900-2100) on a rolling rota basis (Maternity Leave Cover)

• Rolling rota basis for a regular and predictable schedule
• Opportunities for extra hours are available

Access to a vehicle is preferred due to the geographical location of the role.

What we offer

Total Community Care is part of City & County Healthcare Group. You’ll have access to all the resources, career pathways, benefits, investments, opportunities, professional paediatric training, and security that being part of City & County Healthcare Group brings. It’s the best of both worlds. We can also support our clinical team with re-validation.

Why choose us?

• Competitive pay – £15 per hour
• Be part of a small, person-centred support team
• Make a real difference in someone’s daily life and independence
• Full training and ongoing support provided
• Flexible, consistent rota helps maintain work-life balance

Job Description

What you'll do

We’re looking for a caring, reliable, and enthusiastic Care Assistant to support a gentleman with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy in his home and out in the community.

He leads an active, fulfilling life and is seeking the right person to join his team. He enjoys music, films, gaming, sport, and exploring Cornwall and occasionally goes on UK-based holidays.

This is a varied and rewarding role where you’ll provide a mix of personal care, practical support, and social companionship.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Delivering respectful and dignified personal care
• Managing and maintaining ventilation equipment (full training provided)
• Supporting with meal preparation and feeding
• Carrying out light domestic tasks to maintain a clean, safe home
• Administering medication and attending medical/personal appointments
• Supporting access to the community and leisure activities, including:
  • Trips around Cornwall
  • Listening to music, watching films, and gaming
  • Going to the theatre and cinema
  • Eating out at cafes and restaurants
  • UK-based holidays and short breaks

Qualifications

What you'll need:

• A full UK driving licence – driver is essential
• Comfortable working in a non-smoking environment
• Kind, reliable, and enthusiastic
• Interest in music, entertainment, games, or sports is a bonus
• Willingness to follow detailed care plans and learn new skills
• No experience necessary – full training provided

Additional Information

City and County Healthcare Group is an equal opportunities employer.

Apply online today!

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