Care Assistant

Home Instead; Horsham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Home Instead is seeking dedicated Care Assistants in Horsham to provide essential care and companionship. With flexible hours ranging from 16-32 hours per week, you'll support clients with daily tasks and personal care, making a positive impact on their lives. No experience is necessary as comprehensive training will be provided. Reliable transport is essential for home visits, and you must have the right to work in the UK.

Benefits

Excellent pay rates

Refer a Friend Bonus

Career progression opportunities

Fully paid training

Paid mileage

24/7 employee assistance programme

Exclusive discounts scheme

Qualifications

• Genuine empathy and kindness essential.
• No prior experience needed; support and training provided.
• Reliable transport required for home visits.

Responsibilities

• Provide companionship and social interaction for clients.
• Assist with personal care, medication, and daily tasks.
• Accompany clients to appointments or shopping.

Skills

Empathy

Patience

Sense of humour

Job description

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• Excellent pay rates - from £12.75to £14.25per hour, plusenhanced bank holiday rates of double the hourly rate
• Multiplepositions available, including part time hours -16-32 hrs +
• Refer a Friend Bonusfor both you and your friend.
• Support of local office.
• Opportunities forcareer progression.
• Access toBlue Light Card
• We pay for your enhanced DBS check
• Mileage-paid separately
• Training - fully paid award winning training, including Care Certification andCity & Guilds accredited Dementia training
• Employee assistance programme - available 24/7details/ other health plans
• Exclusive discounts scheme – at supermarkets, utility providers and more

Care Assistant responsibilities:

Being a Care Assistant is a highly rewarding career where no two days are the same!

Duties can include:

• Companionship - ensuring yourclient enjoys regular and meaningful social interaction
• Help with everyday tasks such as; meal preparation and light housework
• Helping with personal care - supporting our clients with the essentials such as bathing, showering, dressing and grooming to keep them healthy and independent
• Overseeing medication and providing medical support
• Accompanying to appointments or shopping

Qualifications

What's truly essential?

Genuine empathy, oodles of patience, and a hearty sense of humour. Your genuine kindness will transform a lonely afternoon into a brighter day for someone who needs it.

Don't worry if you've never done this before—we'll support you with plenty of training to give you confidence. Plus, with a variety of hours available, we'll work with you to find a schedule that suits both you and our clients.

Reliable transport is needed for home visits, shopping trips, and various errands

You must be based in and have the right to work in the UK to apply. Please note we are unable to offer any visa sponsorship.

Additional Information

If you are passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of others and are committed to delivering outstanding care, we would love to hear from you. Apply today to become a valued member of our Care Assistant team!