Carer (Health Care Assistant) - Days
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Position Overview & Specifications
PJ Care has been rated as the "Best Care Home to Work for in the UK" in the annual ‘Best Companies’ awards, which have also ranked us in the top five best health and social care providers to work for
We are looking to recruit Carers (Health Care Assistants) as well as those who may not have worked in care previously but who have a passion for care to join our established teams in Milton Keynes.
As a Carer, you will take on the role of providing care for our residents in accordance with their individual care plans, under the guidance and supervision of the Nurse in Charge and Senior Health Care Assistants. You will be responsible for supporting residents in their daily activities, assisting residents with meals and helping resident to feel clean and comfortable. This is a rewarding career with opportunities for progression for those who are willing to work hard and undertake the relevant qualifications. The right candidate will reflect the PJ Care values of Care, Compassion and Commitment.
Shifts Available: The ideal candidate must be flexible to work shifts from 8am-8pm between Monday-Sunday. (On average you can expect to work 3-4 x 12 hour shifts per week) Please note at present we are unable to provide visa sponsorships for Healthcare assistants. Benefits of working at PJ Care:- Competitive hourly rates- £11.90 per hour on weekends and overtime hourly rate starting from £14.80 per hour (Subject to change).
- 25 days holiday
- A full enhanced DBS paid for by the company
- Exclusive retail discount through Hapi
- Long service awards and recognition
- Career development with salary increases
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Civic, Welfare & Social Services
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Carer (Health Care Assistant) - Days roles across PJ Care's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Civic, Welfare & Social Services.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £10 - £10 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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