Job Description

Care Assistant (SOC Code 6135)

Locations: Finchley, Barnet, Golders Green, Wood Green - all in London
Salary: 12.82 per hour (starting rate)
Hours: 37.5 hours per week, flexible shifts (days, evenings, weekends, occasional nights)

About the Role

We are recruiting dedicated and proactive Care Assistants to support young adults in Supported Living settings across North London. Our clients include individuals with learning disabilities, autism, mild to moderate mental health needs, and those requiring support to develop independence and daily living skills.

This role is centred around empowerment, personal development, and meaningful engagement. You will work within small community-based settings, supporting service users to build confidence, maintain their tenancy, and participate safely in everyday life.

Key Responsibilities

Support young adults in developing independence skills such as cooking, budgeting, travel training, and home management Provide personal care where required, respecting privacy, choice, and dignity Assist with accessing education, employment, volunteering, and social activities Promote community inclusion--supporting service users to attend appointments, activities, and leisure opportunities Encourage positive routines, emotional wellbeing, and confidence-building Support with medication prompts or administration (depending on service requirements) Maintain accurate and detailed daily notes, risk assessments, and support plans Safeguard vulnerable individuals in line with organisational policy, CQC regulations, and local authority procedures Work collaboratively with families, social workers, and multidisciplinary teams to ensure consistent, high-quality support

What We're Looking For

Essential:

Compassionate, patient, and empathetic nature Good literacy and numeracy skills Willingness to complete the company's induction, knowledge and skills training, and Care Certificate

Desirable:

NVQ/QCF Level 2 in Health and Social Care (or equivalent) Full UK driving licence and access to a car Previous experience in a care role (professional or personal) Knowledge of CQC standards, safeguarding, and care legislation IT skills, including use of Microsoft Office and/or electronic care systems

Why Join Us?

Competitive pay with opportunities for progression Full training and support to achieve nationally recognised care qualifications A supportive and inclusive team environment Opportunity to make a real difference in people's lives every day For the right applicant, Skilled Worker sponsorship will be offered on completion of a three-month probationary period.

Important Information

This vacancy is only open to applicants currently residing in the UK. Immediate start available.

Ready to Apply

To be considered foir this role, you must complete our online application form by clicking the link below:

https://link.apisystem.tech/widget/form/AzxtwbW6nGJGGbXpKhf9

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 12.82 per hour

Benefits:

Company pension
Licence/Certification:

UK Driving Licence (preferred)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (preferred)
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 30/11/2025