Care Assistant – NEW for 2022 version (1)

Home Instead Senior Care; South Norfolk; On-site; Full time

Job summary

Home Instead Senior Care is seeking compassionate Home Care Assistants in South Norfolk. This role offers rewarding opportunities to assist clients in their daily activities, ensuring they maintain independence and social interactions. With competitive pay rates and full training provided, join a family-run team dedicated to making a difference in the community.

Benefits

Excellent pay rates

Flexible hours

Paid training

Employee assistance programme

Exclusive discounts scheme

Qualifications

• Ability to provide companionship and engage clients socially.
• Experience in meal preparation and light housework.
• Skills in personal care including bathing and grooming.

Responsibilities

• Provide companionship and ensure social interaction for clients.
• Assist with daily living tasks including meal preparation.
• Support personal care activities to maintain client independence.

Skills

Caring personality

Companionship

Meal preparation

Personal care

Education

No specific qualifications required

Job description

Company Description

Home Instead South Norfolk covers Thetford, Brandon, Attleborough, Long Stratton, East Harling, Old Buckenham, and the surrounding villages. We are a family-run care provider who truly puts our team and clients before anything else.

If you’re looking for a profession where you can bring your caring personality to work and change lives, look no further. We’re seeking Home Care Assistants who are available for various visits and have access to reliable transportation.

Care Assistant Benefits:

• Excellent pay rates: £13.00 per hour weekdays, £13.50 per hour weekends, plus £19.50 enhanced bank holiday rates
• Types of hours available: From 10 hours part-time or full-time/guaranteed contracts
• Minimum 1-hour calls: Ensuring sufficient time with each client
• Mileage and travel time: Paid separately
• Training: Fully paid, award-winning training and ongoing support, with genuine career development opportunities such as access to specialist training and qualifications (e.g., City & Guilds)
• Employee assistance programme: Available 24/7
• Exclusive discounts scheme: At supermarkets, utility providers, and more

Care Assistant Responsibilities:

Being a Home Help 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
• Helping with everyday tasks such as meal preparation and light housework
• Accompanying clients to appointments or shopping
• Personal care - supporting clients with bathing, showering, dressing, and grooming to maintain their health and independence

Additional Information:

Join the Home Instead community and work with friendly, like-minded people who share your values. Whether you have experience in the care sector or are seeking a new career, we would love to hear from you! Click apply today to learn more.