Evening and Weekend Care Professional

Home Instead Senior Care; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading senior care provider in Portsmouth is seeking a compassionate Evening and Weekend Care Professional. You will provide essential support and companionship to clients during evening and weekend hours, assisting with personal care tasks and maintaining a safe environment. The ideal candidate is empathetic, has excellent communication skills, and is reliable. This role offers the chance to make a real difference in the lives of seniors while working in a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Passion for caring and improving lives.
• Ability to build relationships with clients.
• Commitment to non-discriminatory care practices.
• Flexibility to work evening and weekend shifts.

Responsibilities

• Offer companionship and engage in meaningful conversations.
• Assist with personal care tasks like bathing.
• Perform light housekeeping duties.
• Document and report any changes in clients' conditions.

Skills

Compassionate care

Strong communication skills

Empathetic nature

Time management

Friendliness

Physical capability

Job description

Company Description

-At home Instead, we offer top‑notch non‑medical care and companionship services for seniors, making us the leading provider worldwide. Our visits always last for at least an hour, and our award‑winning training ensures that our Care Professionals deliver only the best care. We match our Care Professionals to our clients based on mutual interests and hobbies to help build bonds of trust and enable us to provide personalised support. We’re proud of our excellent reputation for quality care we provide to our clients.

Job Description

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Evening and Weekend Care Professional to join our team in Portsmouth, United Kingdom. As a vital member of our care organization, you will provide essential support and companionship to our clients during evening and weekend hours.

• Offer companionship and engage in meaningful conversations with clients
• Assist with personal care tasks, including bathing, dressing, and grooming
• Provide support for continence care when needed
• Help with morning and evening routines
• Perform light housekeeping duties, such as dusting, vacuuming, and changing linens
• Prepare nutritious meals and snacks, ensuring food safety guidelines are followed
• Accompany clients to appointments, social events, or outings
• Stimulate and encourage clients through various activities and hobbies
• Assist with medication reminders as directed by the care plan
• Maintain a safe and comfortable environment for clients
• Document and report any changes in client’s condition or concerns to the appropriate supervisor
• Collaborate with other care team members to ensure consistent, high‑quality care

Qualifications

• Passion for caring and genuine interest in improving the lives of others
• Strong communication skills and ability to build positive relationships with clients and their families
• Empathetic and patient demeanour, with a friendly and approachable attitude
• Respect for diverse backgrounds, beliefs, and medical conditions
• Commitment to non‑discriminatory care practices
• Excellent time management skills and reliability
• Good personal hygiene and professional appearance
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Physical capability to assist clients with mobility and personal care tasks
• Flexibility to work evening and weekend shifts
• Enhanced Disclosure clearance (preferred)
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation (preferred but not required)
• Previous caregiving experience (preferred but not required)
• Basic computer skills for documentation purposes
• CPR and First Aid certification (preferred)