Join the Alcedo Care Team

Care Assistant - Weekends and Evenings

Posted 26 March 2026


Make a Real Difference as a Home Care Worker with Alcedo Care in Preston, working in the areas of Preston, Fulwood and Longridge. 

Excellent rates of pay £13.40 to £15.75 PLUS pension PLUS Holiday Pay (equating to a rolled up pay rate of £15.47 to £17.60)

We are offering a free DBS check and immediate interviews!

Do you have a caring nature and a passion for helping others live safely and independently in their own homes? If so, we’d love you to join our award-winning team at Alcedo Care.

We’re proud to be recognised as a Top 20 Rated Home Care Group for six years running. Every day, our amazing carers deliver high-quality support, enriching lives and making a lasting impact in local communities.

Why Choose Alcedo Care?

  • Paid Induction Training 
  • Enhanced bank holiday rates
  • Referral bonus – earn £252 for every successful referral
  • Mileage contribution for drivers
  • Flexible hours – full-time, part-time, and casual shifts
  • 24/7 wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Programme
  • Award-winning training from our in-house team, including Registered Nurses
  • Career development through our Rising Stars programme and fully funded NVQs

With over 24 branches across the North West, Lakes & Cumbria, Yorkshire, and Wales, we deliver more than a million hours of care each year – all while keeping family values and a supportive culture at the heart of what we do.

The Role

As a Home Care Worker, you’ll support people of all ages with:

  • Personal care (washing, dressing, continence support)
  • Medication and meal preparation
  • Household tasks and daily routines
  • Encouraging independence and providing companionship

Requirements

  • At least 18 years old
  • Willing to work flexible hours, including alternate weekends
  • Enhanced DBS check, cost covered by Alcedo Care, and satisfactory references required

Join Our Team

If you’re ready to start a rewarding career where you’re truly valued, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and take your first step with Alcedo Care.


Contact information

Preston Homecare