Care Assistant

Home Instead; Pewsey; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid travel time

Mileage allowance 45p per mile

28 days paid holiday (pro rata)

Pension scheme

Job summary

Home Instead in Marlborough, Pewsey, Devizes and surrounding areas is seeking part-time Care Assistants to support older adults in their own homes. You will work based on your regular availability with some weekend shifts, offering dignity and independence through compassionate care.

The role includes personal care, meal prep, mobility support, companionship, and travel time is paid. Mileage reimbursement is provided, along with 28 days holiday pro rata and a pension scheme.

Qualifications

• Part-time availability required, including every other weekend.
• Paid travel time provided.
• Mileage allowance of 45p per mile.
• 28 days paid holiday (pro rata) and pension scheme included.

Responsibilities

• Personal care (washing, dressing, toileting, mobility support).
• Meal preparation and support.
• Medication assistance.
• Companionship and emotional support.
• Pet care and assistance with social outings and appointments.

Skills

Personal care

Meal prep

Medication aid

Companionship

Mobility support

Empathy

Job description

As a Care Assistant, you will support older adults in their own homes, helping them live independently and with dignity.

Care Assistant duties include:

• Personal care (washing, dressing, toileting, mobility support)
• Meal preparation and support
• Medication assistance
• Companionship and emotional support
• Pet care and assistance with social outings and appointments

Part‑Time Working Hours

Part‑time hours based on your preferred regular availability

Regular clients to support continuity of care, including paid introductions to clients before you start care visits.

Availability to work every other weekend is essential

Home Instead is the world's leading provider of high-quality, non-medical care and companionship services for older adults. We are recruiting part-time Care Assistants across Marlborough, including Pewsey, Devizes, and surrounding areas.

This role is ideal for those seeking a regular part-time position or to supplement your income, with rotas built around your preferred regular availability.

£13.50 - £15.00ph

Paid travel time

Mileage allowance of 45p per mile

28 days paid holiday (pro rata)

Pension scheme