Care Assistant

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

Job summary

An established industry player in home care is seeking dedicated Care Professionals to join their nurturing team. This role offers the chance to make a real difference in the lives of clients through personal care, meal preparation, and companionship. With a commitment to high-quality support and training, you will be part of a family-run business that values its staff and clients alike. Enjoy competitive pay, flexible hours, and the satisfaction of helping others in your community. If you are passionate about care and want to grow in a supportive environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Competitive Pay

Paid Mileage

Industry-Leading Training

Work-Life Balance

Discounts on High Street Stores

Supportive Team Environment

Qualifications

• Must have a driving licence and access to reliable transport.
• Previous experience in care is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with personal care and daily routines.
• Prepare meals and help with household tasks.
• Provide companionship and support social activities.

Skills

Personal Care

Meal Preparation

Household Tasks

Companionship

Driving License

Education

Experience in Care

Job description

Company Description

We are an independently owned, family-run, home care provider and part of the Home Instead network offering the highest quality home care in the UK. We are rated Outstanding by CQC and we offer you the opportunity to join a growing company, in a friendly and nurturing team environment: ‘Staff told us they felt extremely well supported and their achievements were celebrated. This encouraged continual high-quality performance from staff’ (CQC).

Job Description

We are currently looking to recruit Full time and Part time Care Professionals to work throughout our Franchise area including Yealmpton, Wembury, Ivybridge, South Brent and surrounding villages. You would not be expected to cover all of these areas in one day; however, the more prepared you are to travel, the more hours available to you.

With a minimum call time of 1 hour, your tasks may include:

1. Helping someone with their morning and evening routines, which may involve supporting them with personal care tasks.
2. Preparing healthy and delicious meals throughout the day.
3. Assisting with household tasks such as cleaning and laundry.
4. Completing messages for clients, such as grocery shopping or supporting them to an appointment.
5. Getting out on a social activity, like going out for coffee or supporting a client with a hobby.
6. Providing essential companionship service, which is at the heart of everything that we do.

Why choose Home Instead?

• 1 hour minimum call times - this means less travelling and more time to make a difference with your client.
• We provide full, industry-leading training. Our training ensures you have the skills and knowledge needed to excel in your role.
• Competitive rates of pay. From 1st April Monday-Friday £13 per hour and weekends £14 per hour.
• Paid mileage on qualifying journeys.
• Ongoing support - our dedicated team is here to provide support and guidance whenever you need it.
• Amazing benefits, including high street store, hotels, and cinema discounts.
• Great work-life balance.
• Work in a role where you are truly making a difference to people's lives.

Qualifications

Due to the nature of the role, you must have a driving licence and access to reliable transport as you may be required to assist a client to an appointment or to enable them to continue with a hobby or interest. Previous experience is desirable.

Additional Information

Join Home Instead and become part of our family. You will find unparalleled support, training, and guidance to help you establish and progress a career in care.

Click I'm interested to complete your application or call 01752 938220 to learn more.

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.

THIS ROLE REQUIRES THAT THE APPLICANT RESIDES IN THE UK AND HAS THE RIGHT TO WORK IN THE UK. We are not sponsoring VISA applications at this time.