Care Support Assistant
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £17 to £18 an hour |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | London, SW8 4DT |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Posting date: | 8 Oct 2026 |
| Closing date: | 21 Oct 2026 |
Summary
At Your Life Your Way, we empower people to live independently, whether at home or in supported accommodation. Since 2010, our trusted team has delivered compassionate, highquality support tailored to each individual’s needs. Are you caring, compassionate, and looking to make a real difference in someone’s life? Then come and join us in a rewarding career as a Care Support Assistant. We are currently seeking a Care Support Assistant to join our friendly and dedicated team, supporting a client based in London, SW8 area. What We Offer Paid annual holiday leave Pension scheme entitlement Full induction and ongoing training Confidential employee assistance helpline Opportunities to gain qualifications in Health and Social Care Career progression pathways Blue Light membership with discounts from 15,000+ brands We pay for your DBS certificate and reimburse you for the Update Service Refer-a-friend bonus scheme Online employee portal for easy access to information Employee feedback surveys and staff recognition You’ll spend your whole shift with one person, no travelling between sites, just focused, meaningful support. About the Role As a Care Support Assistant, you will receive full training to help you thrive in your role and gain confidence in providing quality care. After training is completed, you will receive a competitive rate of pay of £17.49- £18.24 This position involves 20-24 hours per week, including day shifts and waking night shifts. Potential shift patterns include: 07:00 - 14:00 14:00 - 21:00 21:00 - 07:00 Your Responsibilities as a Care Support Assistant Bipap (night time ventilation) Personal care and toileting Anxiety and pain management Providing companionship and emotional support Helping with household tasks Helping to organise events and planning travel Supporting clients to attend appointments and community activities Medication management (ordering, collecting and administering) What We’re Looking For To be successful as a Care Support Assistant, you’ll need: A caring and empathetic nature Good communication skills A genuine desire to support others Basic IT and record-keeping skills A full UK driving licence is advantageous Previous experience is helpful but not essential – full training provided Additional Information Person-centred care is very important to us here at Your Life Your Way and you will have the opportunity to meet our client during the recruitment process. Your Life Your Way is committed to a Safer Recruitment Process to protect the individuals we support. All roles are subject to pre-employment checks including an enhanced DBS check and references. A good standard of spoken and written English is essential. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK, with documentation valid for at least 12 months, to ensure continuity of care for the person we support. If you're ready to take the next step in your career as a Care Support Assistant and make a positive impact, we’d love to hear from you! To apply to become our Care Support Assistant, please complete our short application form and upload your CV via our website https://careers.ylyw.org.uk/