Posted 04 September, 2025 Elsie's Help at Home logo

Job details

  • Salary £13.50 to £14.00 per hour Travel time and mileage is additional
  • Role Carer / Support Worker
  • Hours Full Time or Part Time
  • Location Chelmsford, Essex
  • Job Reference carer1

Job summary

Care Assistant – Female

Due to the personal care nature of the role and at our client’s request, this vacancy is open to female care assistants only.

Flexible Hours, Paid Travel, Weekly Pay

Chelmsford, Maldon, Braintree, Brentwood & Surrounding Areas

Pay: £13.50 – £14.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • Paid mileage and paid travel time (in addition to hourly rate)
  • Weekly pay
  • Flexible working hours to suit you
  • Skill development & career progression opportunities
  • Supportive, family-run team environment

About the Role

At Elsie’s Help at Home, we pride ourselves on being a family-run, person-centred care company that truly values teamwork, kindness, and commitment. Our carers provide private care in clients’ own homes, making every day varied, meaningful, and rewarding.

You’ll be supporting clients with:

  • Personal care
  • Cooking & meal preparation
  • Light household chores
  • Making the best cups of tea
  • Assisting clients to access their community and enjoy life

No previous care experience is required – just a kind, caring nature and the willingness to learn. Full training and ongoing support are provided.

About You

We’re looking for someone who is compassionate, reliable, and ready to make a difference every day.

Requirements:

  • Female applicants only (as requested by clients)
  • Full UK driving licence & access to a car (essential due to rural client locations)
  • Availability to start from 7am or finish up to 10pm and work alternate weekends
  • Right to work in the UK (we are not able to offer visa sponsorship)
  • Clear enhanced DBS check (required before employment)

Areas We Cover

We currently have vacancies across:

  • Maldon
  • Chelmsford
  • Witham
  • Braintree
  • Colchester
  • Brentwood & Billericay

If you want a career that’s flexible, rewarding, and makes a real difference every single day – apply today to join Elsie’s Help at Home!

** Please note we do not hold a sponsorship licence **

Skills / Qualifications:

  • Must Have a full driving licence and own car

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