Care Assistant

Home Instead; Lutterworth; Hybrid; GBP 16,531 - 17,908; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Enhanced DBS

Award-winning training

£12.00 per hour on weekdays

£13.00 per hour on weekends

Paid mileage

Employee benefits including mental health support

Refer-a-Friend Scheme: £250 per referral

24/7 support from experienced team

Job summary

A leading non-medical care provider in Lutterworth is looking for compassionate individuals to join their team as Care Professionals. This role offers the opportunity to help clients maintain their independence while providing essential companionship. Training is provided, making it accessible for those without prior experience. The position offers flexible hours on a Zero Hours contract with competitive pay, and various benefits including mental health support and a referral scheme. If you are dedicated to making a difference, we want to hear from you.

Qualifications

• Experience in a care setting or interacting with older people is preferred but not required.
• Passion for supporting others and delivering excellent service is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide non-medical services to help clients stay independent at home.
• Foster trust and personalized support through companionship.

Skills

Compassionate attitude

Reliability

Trustworthiness

Respectfulness

Ability to build relationships

Job description

Home Instead is the world’s leading provider of non‑medical care and companionship for older people. With a minimum of one‑hour visits, award‑winning training, and an excellent reputation, we are proud of the quality care we offer. We match our Care Professionals to clients based on shared interests, fostering trust and personalised support. We're honoured to have received the Workbuzz 5 Star Employee Award and to be recognised as a National Living Wage Employer.

Job Description

Join our team in Lutterworth as a Care Professional! We seek compassionate individuals who want to make a difference in our clients' lives. You'll provide non‑medical services to help them stay independent at home. Full or part‑time hours available on a Zero Hours contract.

No experience or specific qualifications are needed to become a Care Professional. Experience in a care setting or interacting with older people, whether personal or voluntary, is beneficial. You should have a passion for supporting others, pride in delivering excellent service, and be reliable, trustworthy, and respectful. Enjoying building professional friendships and spending time with others is essential.

Benefits Include:

• Free Enhanced 12‑month DBS, repaid after Care Certificate completion
• Award‑winning training, payable upon completion of Care Certificate
• £12.00 per hour on weekdays, £13.00 per hour on weekends, and double pay on public holidays
• Paid mileage
• Employee benefits and discount schemes, including mental health support
• Refer‑a‑Friend Scheme: £250 per referral
• 24/7 support from our friendly, experienced team
• Award‑winning training

Qualifications

Experience is preferred but not required for our role. You don't need qualifications in care to apply, as we provide award‑winning training.

Additional Information

As a Care Professional, you'll receive top‑notch training, competitive pay rates, and excellent support.

If you're seeking a rewarding role with flexibility to meet our clients' needs, we'd love to hear from you. Click 'I'm Interested' or contact us at 01455 247 100 or email your CV to [e-mail].

We welcome applications from all community members to reflect our neighbourhoods. Home Instead prioritises safeguarding and promoting adult welfare, and expects all staff to share this commitment. This position requires an enhanced DBS disclosure.