Care Assistant Urgently Needed

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

Job summary

A leading home care provider in Southampton is urgently seeking Care Assistants to deliver high-quality, person-focused care. This role involves providing companionship, assisting with personal care, and helping with daily tasks. The ideal candidate enjoys building rapport with clients and possesses the right to work in the UK. Benefits include competitive pay, holiday pay, and opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

Pension

Holiday pay

Paid mileage

Employee referral scheme (£200)

Paid training towards NVQ diplomas

Discounts at over 200 outlets

Qualifications

• Applicants must have the Right to work in the UK.
• Previous experience in caregiving is preferred but not mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Provide companionship and social interaction to clients.
• Support clients with personal care such as bathing and grooming.
• Assist with daily tasks like meal preparation.
• Accompany clients to appointments or shopping.

Skills

Companionship and social interaction

Personal care support

Daily tasks assistance

Job description

Care Assistant Urgently Needed, Southampton

Client:

Location:

Southampton, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

6bc56a8a3d1d

Job Views:

22

Posted:

12.08.2025

Job Description:

We are actively recruiting Care Assistants in Southampton. As a Care Professional, you will provide high-quality, person-focused care with visits no less than 1 hour, allowing you to build rapport with clients. Responsibilities include:

• Providing companionship and social interaction
• Supporting with personal care such as bathing, dressing, and grooming
• Assisting with daily tasks like meal preparation and light housework
• Accompanying clients to appointments or shopping

Benefits include pension, holiday pay, paid mileage, competitive hourly rates (£14.30 evenings & weekends, double time on bank holidays), employee referral scheme (£200), and opportunities for career progression. Additional perks include an employee benefits portal, wellbeing support, paid training towards NVQ diplomas, and discounts at over 200 outlets.

Additional Information:

Applicants must have the Right to work in the UK. We are unable to offer sponsorship or switch visas at this time. Interested candidates should click 'Apply' to get in touch.

This role offers a rewarding and satisfying career in care, with a friendly and supportive team environment.