Care Assistant

Home Instead; Northwich; Hybrid; GBP 18,942 - 20,319; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay of £13.75–£14.75 per hour

Mileage paid up to 45 ppm

Fully funded DBS and pre-employment checks

Paid Training

Enhanced company pension scheme

Employee referral bonus programme

Free Employee Assistance Program

Regular company events

Free refreshments in office

Job summary

A leading home care provider in Northwich is seeking compassionate individuals for home care roles. Offering flexible hours between 6 to 30 per week, with competitive pay of £13.75–£14.75 per hour and additional benefits like mileage compensation and paid training. Ideal candidates should be caring, possess a full UK driving licence, and live within 15 miles of Northwich. This role requires no prior experience as comprehensive training is provided.

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence and access to your own private vehicle.
• Willingness to make a difference in someone's life.
• No prior care experience needed; full training provided.

Responsibilities

• Support clients with daily tasks and companionship.
• Assist clients with personal support and medication.
• Document task completion and provide feedback.

Skills

Caring nature

Strong work ethic

Great time keeping

Can-do attitude

Job description

Home Instead Northwich are the leading provider of in‑home care services for older people. With minimum visits of one hour, award‑winning training and an excellent reputation we are immensely proud of the quality of care we provide.

You don't need to have a background in care, just a desire to help others as all training is provided!

All we do ask is that you hold a full UK driving licence and have access to your own transport. You will also need to live within 15 miles of Northwich.

Job Description

You MUST live in or around the Northwich area and drive to be considered for this role!

Would you like to work in a supportive and rewarding role between 6 to 30 hours per week? then this may be the job for you!

At Home Instead Northwich, we can offer the following benefits:

• Competitive pay of £13.75– £14.75 per hour, with double time on bank holidays
• Mileage paid up to 45 ppm
• Fully funded DBS and pre‑employment checks
• Variety of shift patterns available
• All calls are a minimum 1 hour, where we match you with clients for continuity
• In‑person introductions to all new clients
• Paid Training – full onboarding programme where we provide award‑winning training
• All ongoing training and e‑learning is fully paid
• Enhanced company pension scheme
• Employee referral bonus programme – £250 per referral
• Free Employee Assistance Program designed to support all aspects of your life!
• Regular company events designed to help colleagues connect and meet
• Take advantage of our office facilities during the day - with free refreshments to enjoy between calls

Shift patterns: Morning shifts 08:00am–14:00pm or Late shifts 15:30pm–21:30pm. You will be required to work alternative weekends.

As a home carer for our clients, you will support with the following:

• Supporting clients with daily tasks, such as companionship and home help
• Assisting clients with a variety of personal support
• Supporting them to travel to routine appointments and days out
• Prompting/supporting them to take their medication(s)
• Building a supporting relationship with clients and their wider family
• Documenting when you have completed your tasks
• Providing feedback to support the client’s ongoing person‑centred care

Qualifications

• Have a caring nature
• Willingness to make a difference in someone's life
• A can‑do attitude and strong work ethic
• Full UK driving licence and access to your own private vehicle
• Work as part of a team but also complete lone working
• Great time keeping
• No prior care experience is needed – full training will be provided

Additional Information

If you want to make a difference, then send over your CV. We can't wait to talk to you about the difference you can make to someone's life!

You must have the right to work in the UK, as this role does not offer visa sponsorship

Job Types: Full‑time, Part‑time, Permanent

• Company events
• Company pension
• Referral programme
• Do you currently live within 15 miles of Northwich?
• Do you require sponsorship to be able to work?
• Do you have access to your own personal transport, not public transport?
• If you have no previous care experience, please indicate why you are applying for the role?