Care Assistant

Home Instead; Guildford; On-site; GBP 19,286 - 21,352; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage paid

Employee Benefits Scheme

Holiday pay

Paid DBS

Fully paid training

Job summary

A leading care provider in Guildford seeks dedicated individuals to join their team. With flexible hours ranging from part-time to full-time, the role involves assisting clients with daily tasks and personal care. Ideal candidates should be proactive, empathetic, and possess good communication skills. Competitive pay from £14 to £15.50 per hour plus double pay on bank holidays and excellent employee benefits are offered. Experience is not required, and full training will be provided.

Qualifications

• Must have own vehicle and right to work in the UK.
• Kind, caring, and compassionate nature.
• Strong work ethic and motivated.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with daily tasks like meal preparation and medication.
• Provide personal care and support for hygiene and grooming.
• Accompany clients to appointments or shopping.

Skills

Proactive decision-making

Willingness to learn

Good communication skills

Empathy

Teamwork

Job description

Job Description

Pay : £14 - £15.50 an hour PLUS double time on bank holidays.

Hours per week : We have contracts for staff to work anything 20 hours + per week.

Working times : We have excellent working hours to suit EVERYONE which are :

• 7 : 30-14 : 30
• 16 : 30-22 : 30
• 7 : 30-22 : 30
• Please note, we can offer other shift patterns to suit people’s personal needs.

Why choose to work WITH us at Home Instead Guildford and Woking?

• Positions available- From Part- time- Full Time
• Career Progression- We will support you to develop a rewarding career with us, from becoming a Mentor to a Senior Care Professional- we will guide and support you on your journey.
• Hours to work around your lifestyle
• Minimum of 1 hour Visits – we don’t believe good care can be delivered in less time
• Excellent Pay from £14 to £15.50 per hour plus double pay on bank holidays.
• Mileage paid
• Employee Benefits Scheme - with discounts on shopping, restaurants and more
• Workplace pension
• Holiday pay
• Enhanced pay rate on bank holidays
• Fully paid training
• Paid DBS
• 24 / 7 support from the office team and your mentor
• Employee assistance program
• Refer a friend scheme
• Variety of working patterns available

Our ideal candidate

• Proactive person who can use your own decision making skills.
• Willingness to learn and develop your skills
• Can do attitude and strong work ethic
• Able to work independently as well as part of a team
• Empathetic to people and kind
• Good communication skills
• A desire to genuinely help other people and make a difference
• Honesty and integrity
• Kind, caring and compassionate
• Hardworking / motivated
• Resilient
• Team player
• Reliable
• You have access to your own car
• You have the right to work in the UK (We do not offer any form of sponsorship)

Key responsibilities

• Help with everyday tasks such as; meal preparation, medication ,and light housework
• Accompanying to appointments or shopping
• Personal care - supporting our clients with the essentials such as bathing, showering, dressing and grooming to keep them healthy and independent

What happens next?

• As soon as you apply, one of our friendly recruitment team will be in touch with you within 24-48 hours.
• We will arrange an interview with you.
• If you’re successful, you can be working with us ASAP.
• Congratulations! You’ll then be part of our fantastic care team here at Home Instead.
• ‘Apply’ now to start your care journey with us.

If you have any questions or would like some further information on the role, please 'APPLY' now and we can arrange a phone call at your earliest convenience.

We can’t wait to hear from you.