Care Assistant

Home Instead Senior Care; Blackpool; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a compassionate team at an established senior care provider where your kindness and empathy can truly make a difference. This rewarding role involves assisting clients with daily tasks, ensuring their comfort and independence in their own homes. With a focus on quality care, you will have the time to connect with clients, share stories, and provide essential support. If you're looking for a fulfilling career that goes beyond a job, this opportunity is perfect for you. Embrace the chance to embark on a meaningful journey in the caring profession and positively impact the lives of others.

Benefits

Paid mileage at 45p per mile

Minimum one-hour visits

Qualifications

• Genuine kindness and empathy are essential for this role.
• A valid driving licence and access to reliable transport are required.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with daily activities and ensure their comfort and safety.
• Provide companionship and engage in meaningful conversations.

Skills

Empathy

Kindness

Patience

Education

Driving Licence

Job description

Company Description

New Year, New You! Start 2025 off right by embarking on more than just a job—it's a calling. If you've been looking to do something truly rewarding or develop your caring skills, now's the perfect time to join Home Instead. With our competitive pay up to £15 per hour, you might think that's enough to catch your eye. But that's not all—we offer paid mileage at 45p per mile. Plus, we don't rush through visits, as we always commit to minimum one-hour visits so you truly have the time to care.

Are you the dependable friend that everyone turns to? The one who listens, offers a shoulder, and knows just what to say? That's more than just being a good friend—that's having the heart of a Care professional.

At Home Instead, we value people like you because you have a rare set of skills: genuine kindness, empathy, and oodles of patience. You're exactly the kind of person who can make a difference.

Various hours/times available - please call to discuss your preferences.

Job Description

So, what's the job really about?

Well, imagine popping by to help Mrs. Smith start her day. One moment you're assisting her out of bed and helping her choose an outfit, and the next, you're sharing a cuppa and a natter as she enjoys her breakfast. Later, you might be off to Mr. Jones' to make sure he's got his medication sorted and a hot meal on the table. Maybe a quick tidy-up, or a trip to the shops is on the cards as well.

But here's the special bit. You're not just a helper; you're a lifeline, a listener, and often, a good laugh! Our visits are never less than an hour, allowing plenty of time to provide quality care without feeling rushed. You ensure all of your clients are comfortable and safe to enable them to stay independent in their own homes.

Additional Information

Click 'Apply Now' and Julie will be in touch for a friendly chat about what comes next.

THIS ROLE IS UK BASED AND THE RIGHT TO WORK IN THE UK WILL NEED TO BE ESTABLISHED AS PART OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS.

THIS ROLE REQUIRES A DRIVING LICENCE AND ACCESS TO RELIABLE TRANSPORT.

DBS IS REQUIRED EITHER ON THE UPDATE SYSTEM OR TO BE APPLIED FOR.