Compassionate Home Care Assistant | Paid Travel & Mileage

Care South; Merley; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid travel time

40p per mile mileage allowance

Bank holidays enhanced rate

Online/retail discounts

Paid induction and training

Employee referral bonus

Free DBS check

Contributory pension

Life insurance

Staff association

Onsite learning and development team

Career progression

Competitive pay rates

Flexible working hours

Employee wellbeing programmes

Job summary

Care South is seeking Home Care Assistants to support clients in their own homes across Parkstone, Poole and surrounding areas. You will be paid for contact time and travel, with a 40p per mile mileage allowance and flexible shifts.

Driving licence and access to a vehicle are essential. Roles include full-time, part-time and bank positions with shifts 7:00-15:00 or 15:00-22:00, plus comprehensive induction and ongoing training.

Qualifications

• Previous care experience is desirable but not required.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle are essential.
• Flexible in hours and able to work every other weekend.
• Strong attention to detail and reporting skills.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Enhanced DBS check on update service or willing to undertake one.

Responsibilities

• Deliver person-centred care that makes a real difference.
• Provide high-quality support to help clients stay independent.
• Assist with personal care such as hygiene, toileting and dressing.
• Support clients to build confidence and remain independent.
• Work within a friendly team to ensure comprehensive care.

Skills

Flexible hours

Attention to detail

Team player

Independent worker

Good communication

Job description

Care South is seeking Home Care Assistants to support clients in their own homes across Parkstone, Poole and surrounding areas. You will be paid for contact time and travel, with a 40p per mile mileage allowance and flexible shifts.

Driving licence and access to a vehicle are essential. Roles include full-time, part-time and bank positions with shifts 7:00-15:00 or 15:00-22:00, plus comprehensive induction and ongoing training.