Senior Female Healthcare Assistant — Sponsorship Considered After Probation | Oakham, Rutland

Employer: Appleberry Care
Location: Oakham and nearby areas — On-site
Contract: Permanent — Full-time / Part-time (day, evening, night & weekend shifts)
Pay: £13.00–£15.50 per hour

Overview
Appleberry Care is recruiting two experienced Senior Female Healthcare Assistants to deliver domiciliary care to female clients who specifically request female carers (this is an occupational requirement under Schedule 9 of the Equality Act 2010). Immediate visa sponsorship is not available; sponsorship may be considered after a minimum of six months’ continuous employment subject to performance, business needs, sponsor‑licence availability and immigration rules.

Key Responsibilities
– Provide intimate personal care (bathing, dressing, toileting) and support with medication, meals and daily living activities.
– Follow and contribute to individual care plans; support care assessments and reviews.
– Monitor and report changes in clients’ health or behaviour; respond to incidents and emergencies.
– Maintain accurate care records (electronic systems) and promote dignity, privacy and wellbeing.
– Supervise and support care assistants on shift; assist with spot checks and maintaining care standards.
– Communicate professionally with clients, families and healthcare professionals.

Essential Requirements
– Female (occupational requirement for these roles).
– Valid right to work in the UK on application. Sponsorship not guaranteed; may be considered after probation.
– Full UK driving licence and use of a vehicle (mandatory).
– Previous domiciliary care experience and prior senior/supervisory care experience preferred.
– Knowledge of medication processes, person‑centred care and safeguarding.
– Good oral and written communication; ability to use electronic care recording systems.
– Reliable, professional and able to work varied shifts including weekends.

Desirable
– Level 3 (or equivalent) qualification in Health and Social Care.

Benefits
– Competitive hourly pay (£13.00–£15.50)
– Flexible shift patterns and career development opportunities
– Referral programme and supportive team environment
– Sponsorship may be considered after successful probation (subject to eligibility)

How to Apply
Please apply only if you have the legal right to work in the UK. Include your relevant care experience, supervisory history and availability for shifts.

Note
Sponsorship is not offered at the point of hire. Any future sponsorship is conditional on continued employment, performance, employer licence status and UK immigration rules. Please review full job details before applying.

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