Care Assistant

Home Instead; Hedge End; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Regular clients

Ongoing support

No uniform

Employee benefits including discounts

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

A local home care provider in Hedge End seeks compassionate Care Professionals to deliver exceptional, personalized care to older adults. This rewarding role involves companionship, personal care, medication support, and light housekeeping. Candidates must have morning and evening availability, weekend shifts, and a valid driving license with transport. Join a supportive team dedicated to enhancing client independence and dignity in their own homes.

Qualifications

• Morning availability (essential)
• At least 2 evenings per week (essential)
• Every other weekend (essential)
• Valid driving license and access to own vehicle
• All positions are subject to an enhanced DBS check and proof of right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Provide dedicated, unhurried care to clients.
• Support clients with companionship and personal care.
• Assist with medication reminders.
• Help with light housekeeping tasks.
• Facilitate mobility and accompany clients on errands.

Skills

Companionship

Personal care

Medication support

Light housekeeping

Mobility assistance

Errands and outings

Job description

Are you a kind, reliable person looking for a meaningful role in your local area? At Home Instead East Hampshire, we’re proud to deliver exceptional, person-centred care to older adults across Hedge End and the surrounding communities—helping them live independently, with dignity, in their own homes.

We’re a friendly, supportive team providing care with warmth, respect, and a truly personal touch—and we’d love you to join us.

Job Description

As a Care Professional, you’ll provide dedicated, unhurried care that makes a genuine difference. Every day is varied, and you’ll support clients with:

Companionship – meaningful conversation, sharing hobbies, and reducing loneliness

Personal care – helping with washing, dressing, and personal hygiene

Medication support – prompting or assisting with prescribed medication

Light housekeeping – tidying, laundry, keeping homes safe and comfortable

Mobility assistance – supporting gentle movement or walking

Errands and outings – accompanying clients to appointments or local shops

With minimum 1-hour visits, you’ll have the time to build real relationships and deliver care the right way—unrushed and personal.

What We Offer:

Regular clients – build meaningful, long-term connections

Ongoing support – friendly office team available 24/7

No uniform – a relaxed, friendly approach to care

Employee benefits – including Blue Light Card and high street discounts

Career progression – grow your skills and develop your career with us

Qualifications

To provide the best care for our clients, we are specifically looking for Care Professionals who can offer:

Morning availability (essential)
At least 2 evenings per week (essential)
Every other weekend(essential)

Alongside other availability

We are seeking car drivers who possess a valid driving license and have access to their own vehicle

Please note: All positions are subject to an enhanced DBS check and proof of right to work in the UK.

Additional Information

If you’re passionate about supporting others and want a rewarding, full-time role close to home in Hedge End and the surrounding areas, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today to start a career where you’ll truly make a difference.