Care Assistant

Home Instead Senior Care; Preston; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider in Preston is looking for a compassionate care assistant to support clients with advanced dementia. The role offers competitive pay of up to £14 per hour, along with paid travel expenses. Ideal candidates should have experience in dementia care, focusing on personal and emotional support to enhance clients' quality of life. Training and development opportunities are provided, ensuring staff feel valued and supported.

Benefits

Paid travel and mileage reimbursement

Fully funded qualifications

Wellbeing support including counselling

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in dementia care.
• Ability to engage and enhance quality of life for clients.
• In-house training available.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and emotional support.
• Assist with daily activities ensuring safety and comfort.
• Take clients to appointments as driving is essential.

Skills

Compassionate care

Dementia care experience

Personal care

Emotional support

Job description

Company Description

At Home Instead Preston & South Ribble, we do things differently. We take the time to truly care, and that’s why we’re proud to be ranked #3 in the UK’s Best Employers by the Financial Times!

This recognition reflects our dedication to making our team feel valued, supported, and rewarded every single day. Care isn’t just a job—it’s a chance to bring joy and independence to others, and we ensure our team has the time, training, and respect they deserve to make a real difference.

We are seeking a skilled and compassionate care assistant to provide person centred support to a client with advanced dementia. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in dementia care and demonstrate the ability to engage, support, and enhance the quality of life for individuals facing this condition. This role involves providing personal care, emotional support, and assistance with daily activities while ensuring the client's safety and comfort. We pay up to £14.00 and 30p per mile.

Job Description

Award-Winning Employer – 5 Star WorkBuzz Employer

Good CQC Rating – and a 9.5/10 score on homecare.co.uk.

A role with purpose –96% of our team are proud to work here, and 98% feel motivated to do their best

Competitive pay – up to £14 per hour (+ double pay on Bank Holidays!)

Paid travel & 30p per mile mileage reimbursement

One-hour visits – No rushing, just real care

Various hours/times available – tell us what works for you!

Fully funded qualifications- Earn Level 2,3 and 5 qualifications and career advancement for those that would like more!

Wellbeing Support: Free counselling and expert legal advice for you and your family.

Local Discounts: Save on your weekly shop and at dozens of your favourite online shops so you can treat yourself – you deserve it

Additional Information

Driving is essential for this role due to taking clients to appointments

Qualifications

In house Training E/Learning

Additional Information

Driving is essential for this role