Care Assistant

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

Job summary

A community-focused care provider is seeking a compassionate Care Assistant in Kidlington. The role involves supporting clients with daily living tasks and companionship. Ideal candidates will be aged 18 or over, have a full driving licence, and can work alternate weekends. This position offers £13.15 per hour during the week and £13.95 per hour on weekends, along with various benefits including paid training and travel time.

Benefits

Paid mileage & travel time

Full paid client-specific training

Clear career pathways & qualifications (NVQs)

Pension scheme and holiday pay

Referral bonuses

Access to EarlyPay

Free Blue Light Card and discounted fuel

Ongoing support in a close-knit team

Qualifications

• Must be aged 18 or over.
• Full driving licence and access to a vehicle is desirable.
• Must work alternate weekends.

Responsibilities

• Support with daily living tasks and companionship.
• Assistance with washing and dressing.
• Mobility support in and outside the client's home.
• Assist with medication and meal preparation.

Skills

Companionship

Mobility assistance

Medication support

Meal preparation

Washing and dressing support

Job description

Overview

As a Care Assistant with Home Instead, you will support with all aspects of daily living. With visits always at least 1 hour long, there is plenty of time to get to really know your client. You will provide valuable companionship to those who may be lonely, support with washing and dressing, help with mobility in and outside the client's home, medication support, meal preparation and light home help tasks. Due to the nature of the role, we need you be be aged 18 or over and a full driving licence and access to a vehicle is desired. We do require an alternate weekend working (both Saturday & Sunday).

About Home Instead Oxford

At Home Instead Oxford, we\'re more than just a care provider - we\'re a trusted part of the community, proudly delivering exceptional support that helps older people live well at home. We\'re on the lookout for bubbly, enthusiastic, and compassionate Care Assistant\'s to join our friendly team. If you\'ve got the drive to make a difference and the heart to care for those who need it most, we\'d love to welcome you aboard!

Working pattern

We support clients throughout the day, starting from 6:45am and ending at 9:45pm and we can offer you hours to work for you - whether this is mornings, evenings or a mixture of mornings & evenings. We believe outstanding care starts with exceptional people.

Responsibilities

• Support with daily living tasks, companionship, washing and dressing, mobility assistance, medication support, meal preparation and light home help.

Qualifications

• Aged 18 or over
• Full driving licence and access to a vehicle (desirable)
• Alternate weekend working (both Saturday & Sunday) required

Benefits

• £13.15 per hour during the week and £13.95 per hour on the weekend
• Paid mileage & travel time between visits
• Full, paid client-specific training
• Support through the Care Certificate over the first weeks
• Clear career pathways & qualifications (NVQs)
• Pension scheme and holiday pay
• Referral bonuses
• Access to EarlyPay
• Free Blue Light Card and discounted fuel
• Be part of a supportive, close-knit team with ongoing support
• Build lasting relationships with clients and their families