Care Assistant

Homeinsteadcare; Chesterfield; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Double pay on Bank Holidays

Paid holiday

Mileage allowance

Award-winning training and ongoing dev

Employee Assistance Programme

Refer a Friend scheme

Social events

Job summary

Home Instead is looking for caring, reliable individuals to join our team as Care Assistants in the local community. We provide comprehensive training and ongoing support, so you can confidently deliver high-quality in-home care with compassion and dignity.

You will help clients with companionship, personal care, meals, and daily tasks while promoting independence and wellbeing. A full driving licence and access to your own vehicle are required for this role, with opportunities for flexible

Qualifications

• Full driving licence and access to your own vehicle required.

Responsibilities

• Providing companionship and conversation
• Supporting with personal care
• Helping with meals and household tasks
• Supporting clients with medication
• Helping people stay independent in their own homes
• Supporting clients to attend appointments and access their local community

Education

Health & Social Care Level 2+

Job description

Join Home Instead as a Care Assistant and make a real difference in someone's life every day! If you have a kind heart, a caring nature, and a passion for helping others, we'd love to hear from you. Whether you already have care experience or are looking for a rewarding new career, we'll provide all the training and support you need to succeed.

At Home Instead, we're proud to be a friendly and supportive employer that puts our Care Professionals first. From your first day, we'll be there to help you build your confidence, develop your skills, and enjoy a fulfilling career making a genuine difference in your local community.

Why join Home Instead?

• £14.00 - £14.75 per hour
• £14.50 - £15.25 per hour for experienced Care Professionals holding a recognised Level 2+ Health & Social Care qualification
• Double pay on Bank Holidays
• Paid holiday
• Mileage allowance
• Award-winning training and ongoing development
• City & Guilds Dementia and End of Life training
• Fully introduced to your clients before you start
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Employee discounts and Refer a Friend scheme
• Regular team get-togethers and social events
• Open Door Policy and supportive management team
• Regular one-to-one support from your Line Manager

What you'll do

• Providing companionship and conversation
• Supporting with personal care
• Helping with meals and household tasks
• Supporting clients with medication
• Helping people stay independent in their own homes
• Supporting clients to attend appointments and access their local community

What we're looking for

We're looking for kind, reliable and compassionate people who enjoy helping others and building positive relationships.

To provide continuity for our clients, Care Professionals work alternate weekends as part of their regular rota. A full driving licence and access to your own vehicle are required for our current roles.

If you're looking for flexible part-time work that is rewarding, meaningful and makes a difference every day, we'd love to hear from you.

We encourage applications from all sections of the community as we want to reflect the neighbourhoods in which we work. Home Instead is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.

This role is subject to DBS enhanced disclosure.