Care Assistant (Driver Preferred) - (Walthamstow, Leyton, Leytonstone) - £13.50 - £14.50 an hou[...]

TN United Kingdom; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking compassionate Care Assistants to enhance the quality of life for clients in the London Borough of Waltham Forest. This rewarding role involves providing personal care, companionship, and support to clients in their homes. With flexible working hours and comprehensive training provided, this position is perfect for those looking to make a meaningful impact in their community. Join a team that values kindness and dedication, and enjoy benefits like a health cash plan and ongoing training opportunities.

Benefits

Health cash plan

Award-winning training

Double pay on bank holidays

Blue Light card discounts

Ongoing training and fully funded Level 2 and 3 qualifications

Qualifications

• Willingness to travel to clients' homes.
• Full DBS check required.
• Training provided for all new staff.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with personal care needs to promote independence.
• Provide companionship and ensure meaningful social interaction.
• Document daily activities and report significant changes.

Skills

Compassionate Care

Communication Skills

Meal Preparation

Personal Care Assistance

Education

No formal qualifications required

Job description

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Care Assistant (Driver Preferred) - (Walthamstow, Leyton, Leytonstone) - £13.50 - £14.50 an hour - Flexible Hours, London Borough of Waltham Forest

Client:

Location:

London Borough of Waltham Forest, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

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10

Posted:

26.04.2025

Expiry Date:

10.06.2025

Job Description:

Job Description

THIS ROLE IS UK BASED AND THE RIGHT TO WORK IN THE UK WILL NEED TO BE ESTABLISHED AS PART OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS. We are not sponsoring VISA applications at this time.

We are looking for people with kind, compassionate hearts who want to make a true difference to the quality of life of our clients in London Borough of Waltham Forest. Every one of our clients is unique and special, the joy and comfort our clients receive from one of our Care Professionals visiting them makes this an incredibly rewarding job.

Duties include:

• Reflect the core values of Home Instead
• Contribute to a positive living environment to enhance a client’s quality of life.
• Document daily activities and report any significant changes in a client’s needs or living conditions.
• Maintain regular communication with line manager and office staff.
• Provide companionship to ensure clients enjoy regular and meaningful social interaction.
• Assist with home help tasks such as meal preparation and light housework.
• Accompany clients to appointments, local activities, or shopping.
• Support clients with personal care needs such as bathing, dressing, and grooming to promote independence.

Qualifications

• Willingness to travel to clients' homes.
• Full DBS check required.
• No formal care qualifications or experience necessary; training provided.
• Experience as a Care Assistant, Support Worker, Carer, or caring for a loved one is a plus.

Additional Information

• Flexible working patterns including morning, afternoon, evening, weekend, and night shifts.
• Award-winning training.
• Health cash plan.
• £13.50 per hour, increasing to £14.50 after 8 pm.
• Double pay on bank holidays.
• Blue Light card discounts.
• Minimum visits of one hour or more with regular clients.
• Ongoing training and fully funded Level 2 and 3 qualifications.