Care Assistant - Part-time/Full-time (Driver Essential)

Home Instead; Dundee; On-site; GBP 17,908 - 18,597; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Blue Light Card discounts

Employee Assistance Programme

Team Social Events

Double pay on bank holidays

Travel time & mileage

Job summary

Home Instead Dundee and South Angus is seeking Care Assistants for part-time or full-time roles with driving essential. You will visit clients in their homes, provide compassionate care, and support daily routines with dignity and respect.

No prior care experience is required as full training is provided; a full UK driving licence and access to a reliable car are essential. Enjoy paid travel time and mileage, and flexible weekend scheduling.

Qualifications

• No prior care experience required; full training provided.
• Must have a full UK driving licence and access to a reliable car.
• Strong compassion, patience and reliability valued.
• Ability to work mornings and evenings as per schedule.

Skills

Compassion

Patience

Reliability

Driving

Medication support

Job description

Care Assistant - Part-time/Full-time (Driver Essential)

• Part-time
• Compensation: GBP 13.00 - GBP 13.50 - hourly

Home Insteadis the world’s leading provider of non-medical care and companionship services for older people. Our clients & staffare the heart and soul of Home Instead. Our aim is to allow individualsto lead fulfilled lives in safe and familiar surroundingsin the place they call home. We do this by having a minimum of one hour visit, have well trained staff.

Morning & Evening Carers Needed – Supporting Brighter Starts and Comfortable Evenings
At Home Instead Dundee and South Angus, we believe our Care Assistants deserve time, respect, and unwavering support. Our morning and evening visits allow you to work with regular clients, build meaningful relationships, and help people start and end their day with dignity and comfort.

You’ll be part of a team that truly values you, with the freedom to provide person‑centred care and make a real difference—whether it’s supporting a positive start to the day or ensuring a calm and reassuring evening routine.

Role at a Glance:

Pay: £13.50 per hour of care + paid travel time & mileage
Schedule:every second weekend off
Location: Dundee & Surrounding area's
Requirements: Full UK driving licence and access to a reliable car, no prior care experience required

What We Value in Our Next Care Assistants

• Compassion and patience – a genuine desire to care and connect.
• Confidence in personal care and medication support
• Reliability and consistency – committed to agreed working hours to ensure continuity of care.
• No prior experience is required — full training is provided.

We recruit for attitude and train for skills, because we believe the right mindset is what truly makes a difference.

Why You Should Join Our Team

You ’ll be part of a close-knit team where you truly get to know our clients, not just as names on a rota but as people. We make warm introductions, so everyone feels comfortable and supported.

We value respect, dignity, and meaningful relationships, creating an environment where both clients and team members thrive. You’ll enjoy flexible working hours, ongoing training, and support to help you grow professionally.

What We Offer

• Double pay on bank holidays
• Paid travel time and mileage contribution
• Blue Light Card discounts
• Employee Assistant Programme
• Team Social Events

Home Instead is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults and expects all staff to share this commitment, therefore this role is subject to enhanced criminal record checks.