Care Assistant

Home Instead; Abingdon; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider in Abingdon is seeking compassionate individuals to provide companionship and personal care. The role includes assisting with daily routines, meal preparation, and supporting medication needs. Candidates must have a valid UK driving licence and the right to work in the UK. Flexible scheduling and competitive pay of £13.50–£15.00 per hour are offered. Join our rewarding team and make a difference in someone's life.

Benefits

Company pension scheme

Blue Light Card discounts

Employee wellbeing platform

Refer-a-Friend Bonus of £250

Award-winning training

Qualifications

• Valid UK driving licence and reliable means of transport required.
• Right to work in the UK is mandatory.
• Availability every other weekend and during key hours (7:00 am - 10:00 pm).
• A kind, compassionate nature and a desire to help others.

Responsibilities

• Provide friendly companionship and emotional support.
• Help with personal care and daily routines.
• Assist with meal preparation and light housekeeping.
• Support with medication and mobility.
• Run errands like shopping and collecting prescriptions.

Skills

Companionship

Personal care

Meal preparation

Medication support

Errand running

Kindness and compassion

Job description

Job Description

What You’ll Do

• 🧡 Provide friendly companionship & emotional support

• 🛁 Help with personal care & daily routines

• 🍳 Assist with meal preparation and light housekeeping

• 💊 Support with medication and mobility

• 🛍️ Run errands like shopping or collecting prescriptions

Pay & Benefits

• £13.50–£15.00 per hour

• £27.00/hr on Bank Holidays

• 40p per mile mileage reimbursement

• Minimum 1-hour visits – no rushed care

• Company pension scheme

• Blue Light Card – nationwide discounts

• Employee wellbeing & discount platform

• Refer-a-Friend Bonus – £250 per referral

• Casual dress, on-site parking, and flexible scheduling

• Award-winning training & professional development

Qualifications

• A valid UK driving licence and reliable means of transport

• The right to work in the UK

• Availability every other weekends and during key hours

  7:00 am - 2:00 pm

  2:00 pm - 10:00 pm

• A kind, compassionate nature and a desire to help others

Whether you’re looking for a career change or already work in care, this is one of the most rewarding roles you’ll find.

Additional Information

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