Vacancy Details
Hours: 25 hours per week
Shift Pattern: Full flexibility required; alternate weekends. Shifts are 7:30–3:00 and 2:30–10:00. Must also work bank holidays.
About the Role
The role of Care Worker at Housing 21 is varied, rewarding, and impactful. No two days are the same, and Care Workers often describe their job as being a “friend,” a “helping hand,” or even “the best tea maker.”
With a CQC Outstanding rating, The Watermill is a specialist care home supporting vulnerable older people with dementia. Care Workers play a vital role in assisting residents with personal care, offering companionship, engaging in activities, and supporting with medication.
Employer: Housing 21
Job Title: Care Worker
Location: United Kingdom
Salary: £23,648 per annum (£12.96 per hour, based on 35 hours per week)
Job Type: Full-time & Part-time
Key Responsibilities
Support residents with personal care such as washing, bathing, dressing, and bedtime routines.
Assist with medication as required.
Help with household and domestic tasks (laundry, shopping, cleaning, paying bills).
Prepare meals, drinks, and snacks when necessary.
Encourage residents to follow agreed care plans.
Put resident wellbeing at the heart of the service, ensuring managers and key agencies are kept informed.
Provide a friendly, supportive presence that helps residents live their best lives.
What Housing 21 Looks For
Passionate, supportive, and patient individuals who enjoy working with people.
No prior experience required – full training is provided.
A positive, can-do attitude and willingness to learn.
All you need is:
Kindness and friendliness.
Good written and verbal English communication skills.
Commitment to undertake further training.
A genuine desire to help people.
Reliability, flexibility, and the ability to use initiative.
Ability to remain calm under pressure.
Pay and Benefits
Care Workers at Housing 21 are paid by the hour, not by the job.
Salary & Pay:
£12.96 per hour
£23,648 per annum (based on 35 hours per week)
Additional Benefits:
Holiday Pay
Occupational Sick Pay
Occupational Maternity Pay
Health Cash Plan
Blue Light Card (retail, hospitality & leisure discounts)
Car Lease Scheme
Cycle to Work Scheme
Uniform provided
Employee Assistance Programme
50p hourly enhancement for all Level 2
Full training and support to gain qualifications
Access to the Extra Care Academy for career progression into management
Is This Role for You?
Experience is not essential. If you have ever cared for a relative, raised children, or supported a neighbour, you already have valuable skills for this role. Housing 21 offers training and recognised qualifications, and many managers and assistant managers began their careers as Care Workers.
About Housing 21
Housing 21 is a leading not-for-profit provider of Retirement Living and Extra Care for older people of modest means. The organisation holds the Investors in People Platinum standard and was ranked the UK’s third Best Place to Work in 2024 by Glassdoor.
Housing 21 prides itself on:
Putting residents and people at the heart of everything.
Offering flexible working, training, and career pathways through the Extra Care Academy.
Supporting career progression, with opportunities to move into senior roles with salaries up to £50,000.
Creating a culture that celebrates positive impact and values employees equally across all roles.
Important Information
Employment is subject to satisfactory enhanced disclosure checks, references, and induction training.
Closing Date: 14 September 2025
This advert may close early once sufficient applications have been received.
How to Apply
If you’re interested in this role, visit the official Housing 21 website for more details — [click here to apply now].