Care Assistant

Home Instead

6d•Hybrid

About The Position

Home Instead is the world’s leading provider of non-medical care and companionship services for older people. With a global network of Care Assistant's furnished with industry leading training and holding an excellent reputation within a competitive care industry, we are immensely proud of the award winning quality care we provide. Care Assistant's play a vital role in providing care and support to our clients in their homes. The role of a Care Assistant can be incredibly varied depending on the person's individual care needs. If you enjoy providing both practical and emotional support and appreciate a diverse working day, where you can show flexibility and compassion then you might consider a role as a Care Assistant. Candidates MUST have a full UK driving licence and access to a reliable vehicle as well as having right to work in the UK.

Requirements

Must hold a valid driving license and have access to your own vehicle.
Right to work in the UK.
Caring, kind, compassionate, trustworthy, honest and with a friendly personality.
Good and kind heart.
Excellent timekeeper.
Organised.
Good listener.
Able to communicate clearly.
Able to build relationships.
High degree of reliability/flexibility to meet our clients' needs.

Nice To Haves

Experience is welcomed, however, full training is provided, so no experience is necessary.

Responsibilities

Providing personal care, including support for daily hygiene routines.
Assisting with mobility to ensure safe movement.
Offering companionship for emotional well-being.
Completing housekeeping tasks if and when required such as laundry and light cleaning.
Accompanying clients to activities and appointments.
Managing medication, including collecting prescriptions and offering reminders.
Meal preparation and planning to clients’ specific requirements.
Embracing opportunities to enrich the lives of our clientele.
Food shopping and prescription collection if and when required.

Benefits

Flexible Working – variety of shift patterns between 07.00 - 21.00, seven days a week.
Very Competitive rates of pay - £13.75- £14.25 per hour + mileage + Travel time.
Double time on Bank Holidays.
Induction, Shadow shifts and Industry-Leading Training.
Career progression opportunities including NVQ's.
Friendly and supportive management and Support team.
Regular huddles, team meetings and other group activities.
Special Social Events.
Working with external associations offering support.
Giving back to our community.
Team events.
Blue Light Discount card eligibility.
Home Instead Employee benefits portal - With discounts at over 200 outlets!
Pension Scheme (subject to eligibility) and Paid Holiday.
Genuine Career Development & Progression Opportunities.
Care Certification.
Full PPE Protection.