Home Care Assistant

Care South; Ilminster; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading charity in the south of England is seeking part-time Home Care Assistants to provide essential support and care to clients in their homes. This role offers flexible hours, comprehensive training, and opportunities for professional growth. Ideal candidates will have a desire to make a positive impact in clients' lives and must possess a UK driving license. Join a supportive team environment and enjoy benefits like paid travel time and a mileage allowance.

Benefits

Free Life Assurance for contracted staff

Paid travel time

40p per mile mileage allowance

Training, qualifications, and career growth opportunities

Supportive team environment

Recognition programs like 'Employee of the Month'

Qualifications

• Desire to positively impact clients' lives.
• UK driving license and access to a vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Supporting clients with personal care in their homes.
• Maintaining regular communication with the office support team.

Skills

Flexibility

Teamwork

Communication

Job description

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About the role

We are recruiting part-time Home Care Assistants to work within Langport and Somerton. Care South is a not-for-profit charity and leading provider of residential care and care at home across the south of England.

Why choose this role?

At Care South, we offer ongoing training and development opportunities, support our staff to complete recognized qualifications, and are transparent with pay. We provide a generous petrol allowance of 40p per mile and pay for travel time between clients.

No experience? No problem!

We provide comprehensive induction to ensure your success. We offer flexible work schedules, including full-time, part-time, and adaptable hours.

Role responsibilities

• Supporting clients with personal care in their homes, including medication and meal assistance
• Supporting community visits such as shopping and leisure trips
• Maintaining regular communication with the office support team
• Reflecting our HEART values daily

What we offer

• £12.95 per hour
• £2.00 per hour Bank Holiday enhancement
• Flexible hours
• Free Life Assurance for contracted staff
• Paid travel time
• 40p per mile mileage allowance
• Blue Light discount card
• Training, qualifications, and career growth opportunities
• Supportive team environment
• Recognition programs like 'Employee of the Month' and 'Star Awards'

Candidate requirements

• A desire to positively impact clients' lives
• No prior experience necessary; training provided
• UK driving license and access to a vehicle
• Business insurance on your vehicle or willingness to obtain it
• Flexibility to work every other weekend
• Ability to work independently and in a team

Contact

For questions, contact Vicky at 07821301921 or [e-mail]

Additional info

Seniority level: Entry level

Employment type: Part-time

Job function: Other

Industry: Hospitals and Health Care