Care Assistant Weekends

Home Instead; Greater Manchester; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Training provided

Supportive team

Job summary

Home Instead in Leigh, United Kingdom, is seeking a compassionate Care Assistant for weekend in-home support. You will provide personal care, meals, companionship, and light housekeeping, travelling between clients to ensure consistent weekend coverage.

The role emphasizes patient, empathetic care, adherence to individual care plans, and strict confidentiality, with comprehensive training provided. Weekend shifts require reliability and flexibility.

Qualifications

• Legal right to work in the United Kingdom.
• Valid driving license and access to reliable transport.
• Previous care experience preferred but not required; training provided.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care including mobility support, bathing and grooming.
• Prepare nutritious meals and beverages respecting dietary needs.
• Maintain a clean, safe living environment for clients.
• Offer companionship and engage in activities and conversation.
• Assist with medication reminders and health monitoring (training provided).
• Support with light housekeeping and daily living activities.
• Document care provided using the secure app.
• Travel between client homes in Leigh and surrounding area for weekend coverage.
• Follow care plans and maintain client confidentiality.

Skills

Excellent English communication

Compassionate and caring

Reliable and punctual

Weekend availability

Job description

Job Description

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Care Assistant to join our weekend team in Leigh, United Kingdom. This rewarding role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of older adults by providing personalized, unhurried care in their own homes during weekends.

• Provide personal care assistance including mobility support, bathing, and grooming
• Prepare nutritious meals and beverages to meet individual dietary needs and preferences
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized living environment for clients
• Offer companionship through conversation, activities, and emotional support
• Assist with basic health-­related tasks such as medication reminders and monitoring (training provided)
• Support clients with light housekeeping duties and daily living activities
• Document care provided by using our secured password protected app
• Travel between client homes within the Leigh and surrounding area to provide consistent weekend coverage
• Respond to client needs with patience, empathy, and professionalism
• Follow individualized care plans and maintain confidentiality at all times

Qualifications

• Legal authorization to work in the United Kingdom
• Valid full driving license with access to reliable personal transportation
• Excellent English communication skills, both verbal and written
• Compassionate and caring personality with genuine interest in helping others
• Physical capability to assist clients with mobility and personal care tasks
• Strong reliability and punctuality, particularly for weekend scheduling commitments
• Ability to work independently while following established care protocols
• Flexibility to adapt to varying client needs and weekend schedules
• Willingness to complete background checks and obtain DBS clearance
• Basic understanding of health and safety procedures in home care settings
• Previous care experience preferred but not required - comprehensive training provided
• Commitment to maintaining professional boundaries and client dignity

Additional Information

The Benefits:

As a Care Professional, you will receive industry leading training, great rates of pay and excellent support.

If you're looking for work which is extremely rewarding and satisfactory and have a high-degree of flexibility to meet our clients' needs, we would love to hear from you.