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

Home Instead Senior Care; Gillingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider in Gillingham is seeking a dedicated Care Assistant for full-time hours. This role offers competitive wages of £13 to £14 per hour, guaranteed hours, and various employee benefits. Responsibilities include providing companionship, personal care, and assistance with daily tasks. Candidates must have a driving license and be available to work alternate weekends. Join a friendly, supportive community focused on quality care.

Benefits

Paid mileage (40p/mile)

Paid holiday

Refer a friend bonus

Discount schemes

24/7 Confidential Employee Assistance Programme

Fully funded NVQ 2, 3, 4 & 5

Qualifications

• Essential to have a full driving license and access to a vehicle.
• Must be available to work alternate weekends.
• Experience in the care sector preferred but not mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality, person-focused care.
• Ensure meaningful social interaction for clients.
• Help clients with everyday tasks.
• Support clients with personal care needs.

Skills

Companionship

Meal preparation

Light housework

Personal care

Time management

Job description

Overview

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 training and an excellent reputation we are immensely proud of the quality of care we provide.

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

FULL TIME Guaranteed Hours Contract

We can offer you

Award-winning, industry-leading training and competitive rates of pay

Excellent wages of £13 to £14 per hour, double pay for bank holiday

Paid Mileage (40p/mile)

Paid Holiday

Guaranteed hours contracts (evening & alternate weekend availability essential)

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)

No uniforms

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

Pension scheme

24/7 Confidential Employee Assistance Programme (professional advice, practical information, resources and counselling)

Fully funded NVQ 2,3,4 & 5

Responsibilities

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 weekends off 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.