Home Care Assistant

Home Instead; Matlock; On-site; GBP 17,220 - 18,597; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage reimbursement

Paid face-to-face training

Career progression opportunities

Refer a Friend Bonus

Access to Blue Light Card

Early pay access

Job summary

A leading home care provider in Matlock is seeking a part-time Domiciliary Support Worker. The role involves providing care and support to clients in their homes, ensuring a friendly and reliable service. No prior experience is needed, as comprehensive training will be provided. Candidates must have a full driver's license and reliable transportation. This position offers competitive pay of £12.50-£13.50 per hour and involves working flexible hours, including alternate weekends.

Qualifications

• Experience is not required; comprehensive in-house training provided.
• Reliable transportation is mandatory for various duties.
• Must have a caring and friendly disposition.

Responsibilities

• Provide warmth and care during visits.
• Assist with light household chores and meal preparations.
• Support clients with personal care tasks.
• Ensure transparent communication with clients and their loved ones.

Skills

Caring disposition

Punctuality

Communication skills

Tools

Driver's license

Job description

Home Instead Leek & Moorlands we offer support to individuals living in their own home. We have a range of contracts at present that involve visiting clients in Matlock, Bakewell and the surrounding area. We are looking for someone reliable, friendly and caring to make a difference to our clients' lives. You must have flexibility to work alternate weekends. No experience required - just a friendly personality and the right values.

At Home Instead we have minimum 1-hour calls plus suitable travel time to ensure you are not rushed with clients, with mileage reimbursement. We work to match our Care Professionals and clients together so memorable connections can be established. All initial calls with a client who is new to you will be introductions with the support of another colleague, so you can really get to know your client and their needs.

This is a part-time role. We are looking for individuals who live in Ashbourne with availability to work 3 days per week, plus holiday and sickness cover. This will include alternate weekends.

Job Description

Responsibilities as a Domiciliary Support Worker:

• Offering warmth and care during visits.
• Enhance the home atmosphere by aiding in light household chores and meal preparations.
• Help clients cherish their time with you, sharing in activities such as reading or watching favourite TV shows.
• Support with personal care tasks such as showering, washing hair, and getting changed.
• Taking clients out to places of their choice e.g. the local shops.
• Ensure transparent communication with clients and loved ones, offering first-rate care and comfort.

Qualifications

Requirements:

• Experience is not required; we offer comprehensive in-house training. However, any previous care experience either professional or personal is an advantage.
• You must have a full driver's licence and dependable transportation for various duties.
• You must be reliable and punctual to ensure we can continue to provide an excellent service to our clients.
• Must have a caring, friendly disposition to create lasting relationships.

Additional Information

• £12.50-£13.50 per hour, doubled on bank holidays, plus 30p per mile.
• Access to early pay.
• No uniform, stay comfortable in casual dress.
• Paid face-to-face training plus opportunities for further development.
• Refer a Friend Bonus for both you and your friend.
• Support of local office.
• Opportunities for career progression.
• Access to Blue Light Card and Home Instead discounts