Care Worker (Part-Time) Swaffham & Dereham

Location: Swaffham & Dereham, Norfolk (Applicants must live within a 5-mile radius of either area)Is this the next step in your career Find out if you are the right candidate by reading through the complete overview below.Pay: 13.00 15.20 per hourHours: Part-time, flexibleTravel: Must be a driver with access to your own car and willing to travel up to 45 minutes for support visitsAbout the RoleAre you a compassionate individual who wants to make a real difference in peoples lives? Caring Together Charity is looking for warm, reliable Care Workers to support unpaid carers and their families across Swaffham and Dereham.Nopreviouscare experience isrequired what matters most is your attitude, empathy, and passion for delivering high-quality, person-centred care. Full training is provided.You will be joining a supportive team providing a variety of care and support services, including personal care, emotional support, helping people manage their home, and supporting with activities in the community. Every day is different, and your work will help provide essential respite for unpaid carers.Pay RatesStarting rates 13.00 (day)13.50 (evening)15.00 (weekends/bank holidays)NVQ Level 3+ rates 13.20 (day)13.70 (evening)15.20 (weekends/bank holidays)Paid travel time and mileage at 35p per mile.Work PatternCare is provided between 7:00am and 10:00pm, and we offer flexible shift patterns to suit your lifestyle.To meet the needs of those we support, we ask for some availability in the mornings or evenings and alternate weekend availability.About Caring Together CharityCaring Together has supported families living with illness or disability for over 40 years. Our mission is to ensure no unpaid carer feels alone or in crisis. We provide emotional and practical support to carers of all ages across the region.WhatYoullBe Doing Providing person-centred care and supportSupporting individuals at home and within their communityHelping with personal care whererequiredAssistingpeople to develop skills, enjoy hobbies, or access activitiesOffering short-notice support to give unpaid carers a breakUpdating care plans and visit notes via mobile systemsSignposting families to wider support servicesWhatYoullReceive Real Living WagePaid training and ongoing developmentFunded apprenticeships and qualificationsPaid travel time + mileage (35p per mile)28 days annual leave (pro rata)Optionto buy or sell up to five days annual leaveCompany pensionPaid carers leaveWellbeing and health supportEmployeeassistanceprogrammeStaff referral scheme (up to 500)24/7 GP and confidential counselling accessDeath in service benefit (3x salary)What We NeedFromYou A full UK driving licence and your own vehicle (essential)Willingness to travel up to 45 minutes for support visitsMust live within 5 miles of Swaffham or DerehamA caring,patientand compassionate natureAbility to deliver person-centred careStrong communicationand customer service skillsComfortable using a mobile phone to update care plansAbility to work alternate weekendsComfortable supporting with personal care whenrequired We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are committed to building a diverse, inclusive team. xjdpvnf You may have experience in the following: Care Worker, Care Assistant, Support Worker, Carer, Home Care Assistant, Domiciliary Care Worker, Community Care Worker, Care Professional, Senior Care Assistant, Support Assistant, Personal Care Assistant, Home Support Worker, Live Out Carer, Adult Support Worker.REF-227 398

Created: 2026-04-03