Care Assistant/ CAREGiver (Weekdays & Alternate Weekends)- *Drivers Only*

Home Instead; Rochester; On-site; GBP 17,908 - 19,286; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Paid mileage

Paid holiday

Guaranteed hours contracts

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

A community-focused care services provider in Rochester is hiring Care Assistants to provide person-focused care to clients. This role involves helping with daily tasks such as meal preparation, personal care, and ensuring clients have meaningful social interactions. With guaranteed hours and a competitive pay rate of £13 to £14 per hour, this position offers a fulfilling career with opportunities for professional development. Applicants should be able to drive and have the passion for supporting others.

Qualifications

• Experience in a care role is beneficial but not mandatory.
• Must be able to drive and have access to a vehicle.
• Willingness to work with clients and match interests.

Responsibilities

• Provide companionship and social interaction to clients.
• Assist clients with everyday tasks such as meal preparation.
• Provide personal care including bathing and grooming.

Skills

Companionship skills

Meal preparation

Personal care assistance

Social interaction facilitation

Job description

Benefits

• Award-winning, industry-leading training and competitive rates of pay
• Excellent wages of £13 to £14 per hour, double pay for bank holiday
• Paid Mileage/40p per mile
• Paid Holiday
• Guaranteed hours contracts
• Refer a friend bonus – earn when you refer a friend
• 100’s of online & in-store discounts to be used and enjoyed.
• Paid Face to Face training + Online Learning and Development programme.
• Paid meet & greet and shadow calls (prior to providing care)
• DBS fully refunded
• 20 days holiday a year plus 8 bank holidays (pro rata)
• Matching you to clients based on similar interests and hobbies to help you and your client enjoy your time together.
• Minimum visits of one hour so there is plenty of time to complete tasks and get to know your client.
• A variety of shifts available.
• Blue Light discount card and Exclusive discount scheme
• 24/7 Confidential Employee Assistance Programme (professional advice, practical information, resources and counselling)
• Fully funded NVQ 2,3,4 & 5

Care Assistant responsibilities:

Being a Care Assistant 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

Qualifications

Guaranteed contracts

Our shift pattern guarantees two weekend's off a month.

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 01634557070 to learn more.

Alternatively, you can reach out to our Recruitment and Retention Lead via email: [e-mail]

Care Assistant CAREGiver Weekdays Alternate Weekends Drivers Only • Rochester, United Kingdom