Care Assistant

Home Instead Senior Care; Burford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A dedicated home care provider is seeking Care Assistants in Burford, UK. The role involves providing companionship and support with daily tasks for elderly clients. Candidates must be over 18, hold a valid driving license, and be willing to work alternate weekends. Competitive hourly rates and extensive training are offered.

Benefits

£13.15 per hour during the week

£13.95 per hour on the weekend

Paid mileage & travel time

Full, paid 'Client specific' training

Clear career pathways & qualifications (NVQs)

Pension scheme and holiday pay

Referral bonuses

Access to EarlyPay

Free Blue Light Card

Discounted fuel

Supportive, close-knit team

Build lasting relationships with clients

Qualifications

• Must be aged 18 or over.
• Full driving license and access to a vehicle is desired.
• Alternate weekend working (both Saturday & Sunday) is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide companionship and support for clients.
• Assist clients with washing, dressing, and mobility.
• Handle medication support and prepare meals.

Skills

Compassion

Communication

Reliability

Job description

Overview

Home Instead Oxford is a trusted, well-established home care provider, dedicated to helping older adults stay safe, well, and independent in the comfort of their own homes. We proudly support clients across Oxford, Kidlington, Witney, Carterton, Burford, and the surrounding villages - delivering personalised, compassionate care right where it’s needed most.

Home Instead Oxford are a well established home care provider who are 100% committed to providing outstanding care and support to older people in the community. We’re looking for new Care Assistants to join the team who are enthusiastic about the work they do and have a real desire to care for those who need it the most!

Responsibilities

We can offer hours to work for you, whether this is mornings or evenings and you will build real connections with the clients you visit with minimum 1 hour visits.

As a Care Assistant, your role will be varied and no 2 days will be the same. You will provide valuable companionship to those who may be lonely, support with washing and dressing, help with mobility in and outside the client\'s home, medication support, meal preparation and light home help tasks.

Qualifications / Requirements

Due to the nature of the role, we need you be be aged 18 or over and a full driving licence and access to a vehicle is desired. We do require an alternate weekend working (both Saturday & Sunday).

Benefits

• £13.15 per hour during the week and £13.95 per hour on the weekend
• Paid mileage & travel time between visits
• Full, paid ’Client specific’ training
• We\'ll get you through your Care Certificate over your first few weeks
• Clear career pathways & qualifications (NVQs)
• Pension scheme and holiday pay
• Referral bonuses – get rewarded for helping us grow our team and client base
• Access to EarlyPay – draw from your earnings before payday
• Free Blue Light Card and discounted fuel
• Be part of a supportive, close-knit team with ongoing support
• Build lasting relationships with clients and their families

Your visit would change someone’s life – and bring you real purpose, pride, and connection. Apply today and we will be in touch with you!

Please note: This is a UK-based role and an offer of employment is contingent on candidates having the right to work in the UK