Full Time/Part Time Care Assistants

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

Job summary

A leading home care provider is seeking a Care Assistant in Newington, UK. This full-time and part-time position involves supporting clients with personal care, companionship, and daily living tasks. Candidates must have a full driving license and be available to work alternate weekends. The role offers competitive pay (£13-£14/hour), guaranteed hours contracts, and extensive training. Apply today to join a dedicated team that values compassionate care.

Benefits

Paid holidays

Mileage reimbursement

Flexible shifts

Comprehensive training programs

Employee assistance programme

Qualifications

• Must have a full driving licence and access to a vehicle.
• Available to work alternate weekends.
• Passion for caring and motivation to help clients.

Responsibilities

• Provide companionship and support for social interaction.
• Assist with daily living tasks, including meal prep and hygiene.
• Accompany clients to appointments and shopping.

Skills

Companionship

Personal care

Meal preparation

Housekeeping

Job description

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

FULL TIME & PART TIME Hours Available

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.

• 5* Employer Award
• Rated No.1 in the Elite top 100 Franchises 2024
• Franchise of the Year Gold Winner in the British Franchise Awards

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 (£0.40/mile)
• 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)
• 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 (37.5 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

If you have a passion for caring and the motivation to help us achieve our ambitions, we would love to hear from you.

We encourage applications from all sections of the community as we want to reflect the neighbourhoods in which we work. Home Instead is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. This role is subject to DBS enhanced disclosure.

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 01795 501505 to learn more.