Care Assistant

Home Instead Senior Care; Petworth; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company dedicated to enhancing the lives of seniors through compassionate care. As a Care Assistant, you'll provide essential support, from personal care to companionship, ensuring clients maintain their independence and dignity. With award-winning training and a commitment to your professional growth, this role offers a fulfilling career path in a friendly and supportive environment. You'll also enjoy competitive pay and a variety of perks, making this an excellent opportunity for those passionate about making a difference in the lives of others. Start your rewarding journey in care today!

Benefits

Award-winning training

Flexible hours/contracts

Discounts for big brand stores

Complementary wellness program

Optional health care cash plans

Qualifications

• Experience in caregiving is beneficial but not required.
• Comprehensive training provided for all Care Assistants.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with personal care and daily activities.
• Provide companionship and support during visits.

Skills

Personal Care

Medication Assistance

Companionship

Meal Preparation

Education

City & Guilds Qualifications

NVQs in Care

Job description

Company Description

Home Instead is the world’s leading provider of care and companionship services which help our clients remain independent in their own home. Our Care Assistants benefit from award-winning training and ongoing support throughout their Home Instead journey, with options for accredited training in Dementia, Parkinson's, and End of Life care. We are committed to changing the face of ageing through delivering quality care to our clients and top-class education to our Care Assistants.

Job Description

Two client visits are never the same. Care plans may include:

1. Personal care, helping your client to wash and dress, or help with self-care
2. Help with medications
3. Accompanying your client to appointments or a visit to the shops
4. Breakfast, lunch or dinner preparation
5. Companionship

Qualifications

We provide comprehensive, paid training to all our Care Assistants; however, if you do have experience or training that you would like to put into practice, you will find helping seniors is a highly rewarding way to use your skills!

Additional Information

What we provide:

1. Award-winning training, with opportunities to achieve City & Guilds assured qualifications in Dementia and End of Life Care, NVQs, and more. With no two clients the same, care visits provide the experience you need to advance your career or training.
2. A friendly and reputable company with a large community outreach, with opportunities to get involved in local events and fundraising for our Home Instead charities.
3. Competitive pay, with a variety of hours/contracts to fit around your lifestyle and commitments.
4. Access to discounts for big brand stores, utility providers, and more!
5. Complementary wellness program, with access to healthcare and counselling, financial well-being resources, and programs for meditation, stress management, and sleep.
6. Optional health care cash plans for you and your family.

Contact us today:

Looking to kick-start your career in care? Contact us at 01483 608122 to learn more about what Home Instead has to offer, or click here to start your application today.

The Home Instead family:

Home Instead delivers award-winning, on-the-job training to all of our Care Assistants. We offer City & Guilds assured and preferred courses on Dementia, End of Life, and Parkinson's care and opportunities for Level 2 and 3 NVQs. We also deliver community courses as part of our mission to change the face of ageing.