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Homecare Assistant - DUNSTAN

The Cambridge Housing Society Limited

Cherry Hinton, CambridgeView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)

Salary

£28,142

Contract

Not specified

Hours

Part time

Closing date

Not specified

In plain English

What this job actually involves

You’ll help tenants live independently by offering friendly companionship and basic support. The part‑time role suits anyone who enjoys helping others, even without formal care training.

What you'll need

  • Must be at least 18 years old
  • Reliable and able to stick to agreed hours
  • Good communication and listening skills
  • Able to support daily living tasks like reminders and encouragement
  • Positive attitude towards helping vulnerable people
  • No formal care qualification needed, but caring experience is a plus

How to boost your chances

  • Highlight any personal caring or volunteering experience in your application
  • State clearly the days and times you can work
  • Show enthusiasm for helping people stay independent
  • Prepare a simple example of how you’ve supported someone before
  • Check the job location is reachable by public transport

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Job description

Various hours available, to be agreed with successful candidate No care experience or qualification necessary. Transferrable life experience or experience of caring for others desirable What you’ll do Work with the Care and Support Manager to deliver a high standard of companionship, care and support to tenants in the scheme enabling them to maintain their independent living skills. Encourage their social interaction with family, friends, other tenants and community organisations. About you Age…

How to apply

Applications are handled entirely by the employer on the original advert. We do not collect CVs, supporting statements or application data.

Provenance

Source

Adzuna

First seen

7 October 2026

Last checked

7 October 2026

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About the employer

TCH
The Cambridge Housing Society Limited

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