Location: Swaffham & Dereham, Norfolk (Applicants must live within a 5‑mile radius of either area) 
Pay: £13.00 - £15.20 per hour 
Hours: Part-time, flexible 
Travel: Must be a driver with access to your own car and willing to travel up to 45 minutes for support visits 
 
About the Role 
 
Are you a compassionate individual who wants to make a real difference in people's lives? Caring Together Charity is looking for warm, reliable Care Workers to support unpaid carers and their families across Swaffham and Dereham. 
 
No previous care experience is required — 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 Rates 
 
Starting 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 Pattern 
 
Care 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 Charity 
 
Caring 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. 
 
What You'll Be Doing 

Providing person‑centred care and support 
Supporting individuals at home and within their community 
Helping with personal care where required 
Assisting people to develop skills, enjoy hobbies, or access activities 
Offering short‑notice support to give unpaid carers a break 
Updating care plans and visit notes via mobile systems 
Signposting families to wider support services 
 
What You'll Receive 

Real Living Wage 
Paid training and ongoing development 
Funded apprenticeships and qualifications 
Paid travel time + mileage (35p per mile) 
28 days annual leave (pro rata) 
Option to buy or sell up to five days annual leave 
Company pension 
Paid carers leave 
Wellbeing and health support 
Employee assistance programme 
Staff referral scheme (up to £500) 
24/7 GP and confidential counselling access 
Death in service benefit (3x salary) 
 
What We Need From You 

A full UK driving licence and your own vehicle (essential) 
Willingness to travel up to 45 minutes for support visits 
Must live within 5 miles of Swaffham or Dereham 
A caring, patient and compassionate nature 
Ability to deliver person‑centred care 
Strong communication and customer service skills 
Comfortable using a mobile phone to update care plans 
Ability to work alternate weekends 
Comfortable supporting with personal care when required 

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are committed to building a diverse, inclusive team. 
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. 
 
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