Full Time Care Assistant (Guaranteed/Contracted Hours)- *Drivers Only*

Home Instead; England; On-site; GBP 17,908 - 19,286; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Mileage

Paid Holiday

DBS fully refunded

100's of discounts

Fully funded NVQ courses

24/7 Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

A leading care provider in the UK seeks a Full Time Care Assistant to offer companionship and personal care to clients. The role requires a full driving licence and flexibility to work alternate weekends. Responsibilities include meal preparation, light housework, and assisting clients in maintaining their independence. With competitive pay between £13 and £14 per hour along with guaranteed hours and numerous perks, this position offers a rewarding career in the care sector.

Qualifications

• Full driving licence with access to a vehicle.
• Ability to work alternate weekends.
• Experience in the care sector is beneficial but not required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure clients enjoy meaningful social interaction.
• Assist with everyday tasks and accompany clients to appointments.
• Provide personal care to help clients maintain independence.

Skills

Companionship

Meal preparation

Personal care

Light housework

Communication

Job description

Full Time Care Assistant (Guaranteed/Contracted Hours)- **Drivers Only**

• Full-time
• Date Advert Closes: 31 March 2026

Company Description

Why just work when You Can Care?

Full driving licence with access to a vehicle essential in order to support our clients to the fullest and must be available to work alternate weekends

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

· Rated No.1 in the Elite top 100 Franchises 2020

· Franchise of the Year Gold Winner in the British Franchise Awards

We can offer you

Job Description

We can offer you

• Award-winning, industry-leading training and competitive rates of pay
• Excellent wages of £13to £14per hour, double pay for bank holiday
• Paid Mileage
• Paid Holiday
• Mileage
• Guaranteed hours contracts
• Refer a friend bonus – earn when you refer a friend
• 100’s of online & in-store discounts to be used and enjoyed.
• Paid Face to Face training + Online Learning and Development programme.
• Paid meet & greet and shadow calls (prior to providing care)
• DBS fully refunded
• 20 days holiday a year plus 8 bank holidays (pro rata)
• Matching you to clients based on similar interests and hobbies to help you and your client enjoy your time together.
• Minimum visits of one hour so there is plenty of time to complete tasks and get to know your client.
• A variety of shifts available.
• Blue Light discount card and Exclusive discount scheme
• 24/7 Confidential Employee Assistance Programme (professional advice, practical information, resources and counselling)
• Fully funded NVQ 2,3,4 & 5

Care Assistant responsibilities:

Being a Care Assistant is a highly rewarding career where no two days are the same! With minimum 1 hour care visits and client matching, you have the time to provide high quality, person-focused care.

Duties can include:

• Companionship - ensuring a client enjoys regular and meaningful social interaction is an important part of your visit
• Help with everyday tasks such as; meal preparation and light housework
• Accompanying to appointments or shopping
• Personal care - supporting our clients with the essentials such as bathing, showering, dressing and grooming to keep them healthy and independent

Qualifications

Full Time (40 hours per week) - 07:30 to 14:30 then 16:30 until 22:00 including alternate weekends.

Guaranteed Full time contracts

Our shift pattern guarantees two weekend'soff a month.

Additional Information

Be part of the Home Instead community and work with friendly like-minded people who share your values. Whether you already have experience in the care sector or are looking for a new career, we would love to hear from you! Click apply today or call us at 01634557070 to learn more.

Alternatively, you can email our Recruitment & Retention Lead for Medway, Sheppy & Swale at [emailprotected]

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