Care Assistant - Home Care

Home Instead

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Home Instead Wigan is seeking Care Assistants to provide high-quality home care and companionship to older people in their own homes. The role supports clients to remain independent, safe and comfortable, with time to build meaningful relationships and deliver personalised, person-centred care. Previous care experience is not essential, and the company provides paid training, a comprehensive induction and ongoing support. The position offers 6–30 hours per week, with flexible patterns including morning and evening shifts and weekend options.

Requirements

• Full UK driving licence.
• Access to reliable transport.
• Genuine passion for supporting older people.
• Kind, caring and compassionate approach.
• Patient, reliable and trustworthy.
• Good communication skills and enjoyment of spending time with older people.
• Respect for people's independence, privacy and dignity.
• Passion for providing high-quality care and companionship.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience as a Care Assistant, Support Worker, Healthcare Assistant or Domiciliary Care Worker is desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide companionship and emotional support.
• Help older people remain safe and independent at home.
• Support clients with personal care while maintaining dignity and respect.
• Assist with meal preparation and encourage healthy eating.
• Provide medication reminders in line with care plans.
• Support clients with daily routines and wellbeing.
• Build positive, trusting relationships with clients and their families.
• Deliver meaningful, person-centred care during minimum one-hour visits.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly pay of £13.75–£14.75.
• Double pay on bank holidays.
• Mileage paid at up to 45p per mile.
• Fully funded DBS and pre-employment checks.
• Paid training and a comprehensive onboarding programme.
• Enhanced company pension scheme.
• Enhanced Employee Assistance Programme.
• Flexible working patterns to suit availability.
• Minimum one-hour care visits.
• Consistent client matching to build trusted relationships.
• Supportive team.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed