Care Assistant

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Location: Glossop

Pay Rate: £13.69 per hour (including holiday pay) + 30p per mile for travel between clients

IMPORTANT: Routes Healthcare can only offer a job to individuals who have the right to work in the UK and do not require employer support.

Female Requirement: This role is advertised for female care assistants only, as a Genuine Occupational Requirement under Schedule 9, Part 1 of the Equality Act 2010, to meet the specific care needs of our clients.

Routes Healthcare is a leading homecare provider – not an agency. We support people in their own homes, prioritising individual healthcare needs and ensuring care is delivered with dignity and respect.

This is a homecare position. You will travel to clients’ homes throughout the day to provide person‑centered care and support.

• Visiting vulnerable and palliative clients in their own homes
• Providing personal care with dignity and respect
• Supporting medication management
• Assisting with meal preparation and nutrition
• Working solo or as part of a 2‑person team, depending on client needs
• Supporting clients with a range of care requirements
• Travelling between client visits throughout your shift

• Full‑time and part‑time hours available
• Range of shifts available Monday to Sunday (weekend availability required)
• Shifts allocated based on business needs and your availability
• Once committed to a shift, you must complete the full shift reliably

• Routes Academy programme to help you achieve your goals
• Ongoing training and progression opportunities

• Dedicated on‑call team available 24/7
• Wellbeing and mental‑health support
• You will work alongside employed Routes care workers – no agency staff

• £13.69 per hour (includes holiday pay)
• 30p per mile for travel between clients
• Staff referral scheme with generous incentives (up to £250 per referral)

• Right to work in the UK without requiring employer support
• A full, valid UK driving licence and access to a car for work purposes
• Reliability, compassion and commitment to delivering excellent care

• At least 6 months paid care experience in the UK (or the opportunity to start as a care cadet)

If you’re passionate about supporting people in their own homes and want a flexible schedule that fits your lifestyle, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today and speak to our friendly recruitment team about the hours and areas available.