Care Assistant

Role Overview

Abacare Limited is hiring a Care Assistant for its Aberdare team. This is an on-site position based in Aberdare, New South Wales, Australia, with a pay rate of £13.45 and mileage reimbursed at 45p per mile. The role offers flexible working patterns, including full-time, part-time, evenings, and weekends.

A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle are required. Sponsorship is not available for this opportunity.

Abacare is part of CCH, an organisation with 14,000 colleagues across 32 care companies. Its mission is to ensure that no one needing care is overlooked. The organisation focuses on a people-first culture and aims to be the best place to work in care.

Within CCH, the workplace record includes 5,243 care professionals referring a friend, 135 internal promotions in the last 12 months, and all Operational Directors having started their careers as care professionals. Abacare operates with the values of Community, Courage, and Heart.

What You Will Do

• Help individuals remain independent in their own homes.
• Deliver personal care in a way that protects dignity and respect.
• Provide friendly companionship and emotional reassurance.
• Support with medicines, movement, and meals as needed.
• Work as a dependable member of a close local care team.

Candidate Profile

Previous experience is not essential. The role is open both to people beginning their care career and to those with prior experience in the field. The key requirement is a caring attitude and willingness to contribute to the wellbeing of others.

• Kind, compassionate, and people-focused.
• Dependable and committed to the role.
• Open to learning, with training and support provided.
• Holds a full UK driving licence and has access to a personal vehicle.

Additional Information

• A free DBS check is provided, with the full application cost covered.
• Travel is local only, and mileage is paid for every journey when driving.
• Training is fully provided, including a paid induction, so prior experience is not required.
• Working patterns are designed to offer flexibility around your lifestyle.
• There are opportunities to progress into senior and leadership positions.
• Enhanced leave is available for important family and life events.
• Employees can relocate and continue their career within CCH nationally.
• Perks include the Blue Light Card, a refer-a-friend scheme, and additional discounts.

Application Process

The application process is quick and straightforward, and candidates can choose an interview slot that suits them. Interested applicants are encouraged to join Abacare in Aberdare and become part of a role with real purpose.