Care Assistant - Weekend Only

Home Instead; Harrogate; On-site; GBP 19,286 - 23,419; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage allowance 40p/mile

Birthday holiday

Monthly phone contribution

Fixed working patterns

24/7 on-call management support

Paid DBS check

Length of service pay increases

Job summary

Home Instead is seeking Care Professionals for weekend shifts in the Harrogate area to support older clients at home with non-medical care and companionship. Every visit lasts at least an hour, with award-winning training provided and comprehensive support from management.

Benefits include a 40p per mile mileage allowance, a Birthday holiday, monthly phone contribution, fixed working patterns, 24/7 on-call support, DBS checks and ongoing training to develop skills and confidence for carers.

Qualifications

• Ability to treat and care for clients and their property with dignity and respect.
• Ability to adapt to various living environments and locations.
• Ability to listen, communicate clearly and build relationships with clients and their families in a friendly and pleasant manner.
• Willingness to work and communicate professionally with Home Instead office teams and other social and health care professionals.
• Willing to seek guidance when needed and follow instructions.
• Excellent time keeper who is organized and reliable.
• Ability to adapt to change quickly and make common sense decisions at short notice.
• Good hygiene practice, including personal hygiene and a smart appearance.
• Good level of stamina and fitness to meet the physical demands of the job.
• This role will require you to obtain an Enhanced Disclosure from the relevant body.
• Class 1 business insurance (if using own car for business purposes)
• Must have access to reliable transport
• Must be residing within the areas of Harrogate, Ripon or Thirsk

Responsibilities

• Reflect the core values of Home Instead franchise.
• 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

Skills

Dignity and respect

Excellent timekeeping

Clear communication

Reliability

Job description

Weekend working only - £14.52 per hour plus travel time

The role is UK based and the right to work in the UK will need to be established as part of the recruitment process

Home Insteadis the world’s leading provider of non-medical care and companionship services for older people. With minimum visits of one hour, award winning training and an excellent reputation, we are immensely proud of the quality of care we provide.

We are looking forCare Professionalsto join our team.

We offer excellent support and benefits:

• No 'Zero' hour contract
• Mileage allowance at 40p a mile
• Your Birthday as a holiday
• Monthly phone contribution
• Fixed working patterns
• 24 hour/7 days a week ‘on call’ management support
• Paid Award Winning training and development
• Wellbeing support and assistance
• PaidDBS Check
• Length of service pay increases and rewards

Job Description

Objective:

To provide a variety of non-medical services that allow clients to remain in their own homes and to enhance the quality of their life. To help clients and their families meet the challenges of ageing with dignity, pride, care and compassion.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Reflect the core values of Home Instead franchise
• 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 orlivingconditions
• Maintain regular communication with line manager and office staff

Qualifications

• Ability to treat and care for clients and their property with dignity and respect
• Ability to adapt to various living environments and locations
• Ability to listen, communicate clearly and build relationships with clients and theirfamilies in a friendly and pleasant manner
• Willingness to work and communicate professionally with Home Instead office teams and other social and health care professionals
• Willing to seek guidance when needed and follow instructions
• Excellent time keeper who is organized and reliable
• Ability to adapt to change quickly and make common sense decisions at short notice
• Good hygiene practice, including personal hygiene and a smart appearance
• Good level of stamina and fitness to meet the physical demands of the job
• This role will require you to obtain an Enhanced Disclosure from the relevant body
• Class 1 business insurance (if using own car for business purposes)
• Must have access to reliable transport
• Must be residing within the areas of Harrogate, Ripon or Thirsk

Additional Information

Home Instead is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.This role is subject to DBS enhanced disclosure.