Care Assistant

Home Instead; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading home care provider is seeking an Evening and Weekend Care Assistant in Gloucester. This varied role focuses on supporting clients with their evening routines, providing companionship, and promoting independence. Ideal candidates will possess a caring attitude and strong communication skills, with no prior experience required as training is provided. Competitive pay, flexible hours, and career progression opportunities make this a rewarding position. Join us to help change the face of ageing, one relationship at a time.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Flexible hours

Award-winning training

Employee Assistance Programme

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Genuine desire to improve the lives of older people.
• Full UK driving license and reliable access to a vehicle.
• No prior experience required as training is provided.

Responsibilities

• Support clients with evening routines including meals and medication.
• Combat loneliness through companionship.
• Assist with light housekeeping and ensure a safe home environment.
• Encourage clients to maintain their independence.

Skills

Genuine desire to make a difference

Reliable presence

Great communication skills

Job description

Job Description

Your role will be varied and centred entirely around the needs and personality of your clients. During evening and weekend visits, this typically includes:

• Evening routines: Supporting clients to wind down at the end of the day, including preparing evening meals, assisting with medication reminders and helping with bedtime routines (dressing and personal care) with dignity and respect.
• Companionship: Combatting evening or weekend loneliness by sharing hobbies, watching a favourite show together, or simply providing a friendly face.
• Weekend activities: Helping clients stay active in their community, whether it's a trip to a local garden centre, attending a group or visiting family and friends.
• Home support: Assisting with light housekeeping and ensuring the home is safe and comfortable for the night or day ahead.
• Independence advocacy: Encouraging clients to continue doing things they love, maintaining their independence in the home they cherish.

Qualifications

We hire for attitude and heart rather than just a CV. You are a great fit if:

• You care deeply: You have a genuine desire to make a difference in the lives of older people.
• You are reliable: Our clients rely on your consistent presence, especially during evenings and weekends when their families aren't available.
• You are a great communicator: You enjoy listening and can build rapport with people from all walks of life.
• No experience? No problem: We provide award-winning, industry-leading training. We believe that if you have the right heart, we can teach you the rest.

Applicants require a full UK driving license and reliable access to a vehicle to allow them to travel between clients and support clients out into the local community.

Additional Information

We believe that to care for our clients, we must first care for you. Our benefits include:

• Competitive pay: We value the vital work you do.
• Flexible hours: Evening and weekend visits are perfect for fitting around weekday commitments, family plans or other roles.
• Award-winning training: Access to City & Guilds assured training, including specialist modules in Dementia and End of Life Care.
• A supportive family: You are part of a team that values your well-being with access to an Employee Assistance Programme and a local team that is always there for you, 24/7.
• Career progression: Opportunities to gain recognised qualifications and grow within the company.
• Relationship-led care: The satisfaction of knowing you are changing the face of ageing through meaningful, unhurried 1-on-1 support.

If you have a big heart and want to spend your evenings and weekends doing something truly rewarding, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today to become an Evening and Weekend Care Assistant and help us change the face of ageing, one relationship at a time. Use the form to apply or give us a call on 01452 341975 to discuss this role further.