Evenings and weekends Extra Care - Care Assistant
| Company: | Cera Care |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £12.90 - £13.20 |
| Hours: | Part-time |
| Location: | Portsea, PO1 3JG |
| Working pattern: | On-site |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Posting date: | 6 Aug 2026 |
| Closing date: | 5 Sept 2026 |
Summary
Care Assistant – Extra Care (Portsmouth)
Join Cera and make a real difference every day.
Are you caring, compassionate, and passionate about helping others? Whether you're looking to start a rewarding career in care or already have experience, we'd love to hear from you. No previous experience is required – we'll provide all the training and support you need to succeed.
We're currently recruiting full-time and part-time Care Assistants for our Extra Care service in Portsmouth, with both day and night shifts available. This is a permanent role offering secure employment, excellent training, and genuine opportunities to progress.
As part of this role, you'll be required to work alternate weekends and support residents across our three Extra Care schemes:
Caroline Square
Milton Village
Brunel Court
About the role
Extra Care schemes provide residents with the independence of living in their own self-contained apartments while having access to on-site care and support whenever it's needed.
As a Care Assistant, you'll help people maintain their independence and enjoy the best possible quality of life through personalised care tailored to their individual needs.
No two days are the same. You could be:
Supporting with personal care, washing and dressing
Assisting with medication
Helping prepare meals and drinks
Providing companionship and emotional support
Assisting with light household tasks
Encouraging independence and promoting wellbeing
Above all, you'll build meaningful relationships with the people you support. Sometimes the biggest difference you can make is simply being there to listen, offer reassurance, or share a smile.
What we offer
Competitive pay with block shifts – no travelling between clients during your shift
Enhanced pay for bank holidays
Paid holidays and company pension
Free DBS, uniform and company mobile phone
Access to our WeCare benefits platform and eligibility for the Blue Light Card, giving you thousands of discounts on shopping, dining, travel and family activities
Exclusive savings on driving lessons, fuel, car insurance, vehicle maintenance, cycle hire and more
Enhanced maternity, paternity and parental leave
Industry-leading training and career development, including the Care Certificate and NVQ qualifications
Excellent opportunities for progression – over 50% of our salaried roles are filled through internal promotion
Wellbeing support including an Employee Assistance Programme, Mental Health First Aiders, healthcare cash plan and free eye tests with contributions towards glasses
Earn £400 for every successful referral through our Care Friends referral scheme
Care powered by technology
At Cera, we combine compassionate care with innovative technology to help our teams deliver the very best support.
Our digital tools reduce paperwork, improve communication and provide predictive risk alerts, helping carers respond quickly to changes in a client's wellbeing. This technology has helped reduce hospital admissions and lower the risk of falls, giving you more time to focus on what matters most – providing exceptional care.
What we're looking for
A caring, compassionate and reliable individual
A genuine passion for supporting others
Previous care experience is welcomed but not essential
Flexibility to work a variety of shifts, including alternate weekends
Equality and diversity
Cera is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels respected and supported.
Please note: Due to the provision of intimate personal care and in accordance with the Equality Act 2010, this position is open to women only, as our clients have requested care from female carers.
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