Domiciliary Carer
About this role
Job Advertisement: Bank Domiciliary Care Assistant
Position: Domiciliary Care Assistant / Care Worker
Location: Mayott House, Ock Street, Abingdon, Oxfordshire, OX14 5DH
Pay Rate: £13.99 per hour (plus weekend enhancements available)
Shift Times Available: 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM / 2:00 PM – 10:00 PM (Bank shifts)
Contract Type: Bank / Flexible (0 Hours)
Closing Date: 31st August 2026
About the Role
As a supportive bridge staffing agency, we are partnering to recruit a compassionate and dedicated Bank Domiciliary Care Assistant for Mayott House. Situated on Ock Street in Abingdon close to local shops, leisure facilities, and accessible public transport, Mayott House is a vibrant Extra Care Housing scheme offering independent living in self-contained apartments with round-the-clock on-site care support.
Working here means you won't need to travel between different locations; all our clients live within the same wonderful building. From helping with daily routines and personal care to providing companionship and light household support, you will play a vital role in helping our residents live happy, independent, and fulfilled lives. (Backgrounds in retail, hospitality, or warehousing are also warmly welcomed!)
Key Responsibilities
Person-Centred Care: Support clients with personal care routines and daily tasks while respecting their dignity, privacy, and independence in their own apartments.
Companionship & Wellbeing: Build meaningful relationships, provide friendly conversation, and support clients with daily activities.
Household Support: Assist with light household duties to ensure a comfortable and pleasant living environment.
Team Collaboration: Work seamlessly as part of a supportive, on-site care team within a single, vibrant community location.
What We Are Looking For
Experience: Both experienced carers and those completely new to the sector (including backgrounds in hospitality, retail, or warehousing) are welcome! We provide full, comprehensive induction training.
Personality: A warm, compassionate, and patient nature with a genuine passion for supporting others.
Communication: Excellent interpersonal skills, a strong team spirit, and a proactive, eager-to-learn attitude.
Benefits & Rewards
Competitive Pay: £13.99 per hour, with higher rates for weekend shifts.
Flexibility: Bank contract offering adaptable shift patterns (7am-2pm or 2pm-10pm) with no guaranteed hours—perfect for fitting around your lifestyle and commitments.
Generous Leave: 28 days holiday (including Bank Holidays, pro-rata).
Wellbeing Support: Workplace pension, Life Assurance, Employee Assistance Programme, and Care Worker Charity membership.
Perks & Schemes: Free uniform, free enhanced DBS check, free car parking, Blue Light Card discounts, "My Rewards" programme, and a Refer-a-Friend scheme rewarding up to £1,000.