Care Assistant – Benfleet area

Home Instead; Castle Point; On-site; GBP 16,806 - 18,184; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent pay rates

Employee referral bonus

Fully paid training

Exclusive discounts

Job summary

A community-focused care provider in Castle Point, England is seeking Care Assistants to deliver compassionate person-centered care to clients. The role offers competitive pay rates ranging from £12.20 to £13.20 per hour and includes comprehensive training and ongoing support. Responsibilities include providing companionship, assisting with daily living tasks, and personal care. Means of transport is required for client visits. Suitable for those motivated to make a difference in their community.

Qualifications

• Caring personality and good communication skills essential.
• Ability to provide companionship and support for daily living tasks.
• Means of transport for attending client appointments.

Responsibilities

• Provide companionship to clients during visits.
• Assist with meal preparation and light housework.
• Accompany clients to appointments or shopping.
• Support clients with personal care tasks.

Skills

Companionship

Meal preparation

Personal care

Transport

Job description

Home Instead Basildon covers various areas but are looking for someone in the Benfleet area.

If you’re looking for a profession where you can bring your caring personality to work and change lives, look no further. We’re looking for Care Professionals who have means of transport as you may have to escort clients to doctors appointments.

Job Description

Care Assistant Benefits:

• Excellent pay rates - from £12.20to £13.20 per hour, plus£24.40 to £26.40enhanced bank holiday rates
• Minimum 1 hour calls– so you have the time needed with clients
• Employee referral bonus programme-£100 when employed for longer than 3 months
• Mileageand travel time-30p per mile
• Training - fully paidaward winning training and ongoing support, with genuine career development opportunities such as access to specialist training/ qualifications eg. City & Guilds.
• Exclusive discounts scheme – at supermarkets, utility providers and more

Care Assistant responsibilities:

Being a Care Professional is a highly rewarding career where no two days are the same! With minimum 1 hour care visits and client matching, you have the time to provide high quality, person-focused care.

Duties can include:

• Companionship - ensuring a client enjoys regular and meaningful social interaction is an important part of your visit
• Help with everyday tasks such as; meal preparation and light housework
• Accompanying to appointments or shopping
• Personal care - supporting our clients with the essentials such as bathing, showering, dressing and grooming to keep them healthy and independent

Additional Information

Be part of the Home Instead community and work with friendly like-minded people who share your values. Whether you already have experience in the care sector or are looking for a new career, we would love to hear from you! Click apply today or call us at 01268 733820 to learn more.