Are you passionate about supporting people, making a real difference, and building a rewarding career in care?
Obatos Care Services is expanding, and we are looking for dedicated Health Care Assistants (drivers and walkers) to join our growing team across Birmingham and Wiltshire.
If you have a heart for people, a commitment to quality care, and the willingness to learn and grow, we want to hear from you.
As a Health Care Assistant at Obatos Care Services, you will provide essential support to individuals in their homes, helping them live independently, safely, and with dignity. This includes personal care, emotional support, social support, and domestic assistance—all delivered with compassion, respect, and professionalism.
You will work within our policies, safeguarding principles, and health & safety regulations while following the care plan of each Service User.
What You Will Do (Key Responsibilities)
Personal & Social Care
- Assist with bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting
- Support with mobility, transfers, hoist use, and physical comfort
- Provide skin, mouth, hair, and pressure-area care
- Assist with continence management
- Help with feeding, nutrition, and hydration
- Administer medication as prescribed and recorded in the Support Plan
- Support rehabilitation programmes in partnership with clinical professionals
Emotional & Social Support
- Offer companionship and reassurance
- Support individuals and families dealing with complex needs or disabilities
- Promote independence through an enabling approach (“doing with”, not “doing for”)
- Supervise Service Users outside the home where required
Domestic Support
- Essential meal preparation and washing up
- Light cleaning tasks linked to the care plan
- Bed-making and essential laundry
- Essential shopping (with receipts)
Professional Responsibilities
- Maintain accurate and detailed care records
- Monitor health changes and report promptly
- Maintain confidentiality at all times
- Work safely within Health & Safety regulations
- Participate in induction, mandatory training, and refresher courses
- Report incidents, concerns, and changes in circumstances immediately
- Work flexibly and provide cover when required
- Attend staff meetings and communicate regularly with your Line Manager
Drivers & Walkers
We welcome:
✔ Car Drivers with a clean licence (highly encouraged)
✔ Walkers who can work within their local area
We provide structured support, localized rotas, and training to help you succeed.
📍 Locations Available
We are currently hiring in:
Birmingham
- B1, B2, B3
- B6, B7, B8
- B16, B18, B19, B20,
- B33, B44, B45
- Surrounding areas
Wiltshire
- Trowbridge
- Melksham
- Westbury
- Corsham
- Chippenham
- Bradford-on-Avon
- and surrounding locations
Experience & Requirements
Essential
- Previous care experience (formal or informal)
- Strong communication skills
- Ability to work independently and follow care plans
- Respectful, compassionate, and professional
- Willing to work flexible hours
- Good IT skills
- Commitment to confidentiality and safeguarding
- Clean driving licence (for driver applicants)
Desirable
- Six months’ experience in the care sector
- QCF/NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care (or willingness to train)
- Nurse aid training
- Knowledge of home care services
- Experience handling medication, mobility equipment, or complex care
Personal Qualities We Love
- Empathy and patience
- Reliability and professionalism
- Ability to remain calm under pressure
- Passion for helping others
- Respect for dignity, diversity, and inclusion
- Ability to follow instructions and use initiative
Training & Development
At Obatos Care Services, we invest heavily in our staff.
You will receive:
- Full induction
- Mandatory Care Certificate training
- Ongoing refresher courses
- Opportunities to pursue NVQ Level 2 and Level 3
- Specialist training (hoisting, medication, safeguarding, dementia, etc.)
Why Join Obatos Care Services?
- Supportive team and management
- Flexible working patterns
- Competitive pay
- Clear growth pathway
- Strong training and development culture
- Meaningful work that impacts lives every day
📞 Ready to Apply?
