Care Assistant

Home Instead Senior Care; Rotherham; On-site; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player in home care is seeking dedicated Care Assistants to support clients in their daily lives. This role offers the chance to make a meaningful difference in the community, providing personalized care based on individual needs and preferences. With flexible shift patterns and a supportive team environment, you will have the opportunity to build lasting relationships with clients while enjoying competitive pay and benefits. Join a family-oriented business that values its employees and clients alike, where your contributions will be recognized and rewarded. If you are passionate about helping others and want to grow in a fulfilling career, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

£300 Joining Bonus

Bank Holidays Paid at Double Time

Pension

Travel/Waiving Time Contribution

Employee Assistance Program - 24/7 Support

Care Professional of the Month Awards

Qualifications

• Passion for supporting others and delivering outstanding care.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with daily living activities and provide emotional support.
• Administer medication and maintain accurate records of care.

Skills

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Reliability

Empathy

Basic Literacy and Numeracy

Physical Stamina

Flexibility

Education

Previous Experience in a Care Setting

Job description

Company Description

Home Instead Rotherham is a family-owned and managed business - part of a worldwide franchise.

We have strong family values. We truly care for our employees and our clients.

We match our well-trained Care Professionals to clients based on mutual interests and hobbies to help build bonds of trust. This enables us to provide personalised support.

We work as a team and are proud to be different!

Job Description

£300.00 joining bonus for this month only!

Care assistants support clients in the community to live and remain in their own home. Due to the nature of the role in the community, you must be willing to travel around Rotherham and commit to working a combination of the following shift times: 7am – 2.30pm and 3.45pm – 9.45pm, including alternative weekends and bank holidays. We require applicants to have a valid driving licence, access to a car, and be willing to add business insurance to their insurance policy. We currently have part-time and full-time positions available between 16 and 35 hours per week.

As a Care Assistant in Rotherham, United Kingdom, your key responsibilities will include:

• Assist clients with daily living activities, including personal care, mobility, and meal preparation.
• Provide emotional support whilst monitoring clients' health and well-being, reporting concerns to healthcare professionals.
• Administer medication as directed and maintain accurate records of care provided.
• Collaborate with the care team to ensure consistent, high-quality care and a safe living environment.
• Respect clients' dignity, privacy, and individual preferences at all times.
• Accompany clients to appointments or social activities when required.
• Participate in regular training and development opportunities to enhance your skills and knowledge.

Qualifications

• Passion for supporting others and delivering outstanding care.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build professional relationships.
• Reliability, trustworthiness, and respect for confidentiality.
• Physical stamina to assist with mobility and personal care tasks.
• Patience, empathy, and understanding towards clients' needs.
• Basic literacy and numeracy skills for accurate record-keeping.
• Flexibility to work various shifts, including evenings and weekends.
• Willingness to undergo necessary background checks and health screenings.
• Previous experience in a care setting is desirable, but not essential.

Additional Information

What do we offer?

Rate of pay: £12.30–£13.30 per hour.

• £300 joining bonus T&Cs apply.
• Bank holidays paid at double time.
• Pension.
• Travel/waiting time and mileage contribution.
• Care Professional of the month awards and similar.
• Genuine opportunities for promotion to more senior roles.
• Employee Assistance Program - 24/7 support.
• No visits under one hour.
• Agreed scheduled visits.