Home Care Assistant

Home Instead; Verwood; On-site; GBP 17,908 - 20,664; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee referral scheme

Paid introduction/shadowing calls

Outlet discounts

Well‑being support

NVQ Diploma funding

Blue Light discount card

Career progression

Job summary

Home Instead is the world’s leading provider of non-medical care and companionship for older people. As a Care Professional, you will provide at least one hour of care per visit and work alternate weekends between 8 am and 10 pm, with reliable transport and insurance.

You’ll build relationships and offer personalised support based on clients’ interests. Pay is £13.25 per hour with mileage paid and paid training; benefits include discounts, well-being support, NVQ funding, and opportunities for

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Professional approach to caring for older adults.
• Available to work alternate weekends.
• Valid driver with a reliable vehicle and appropriate insurance.

Responsibilities

• Provide at least one hour of care per visit.
• Accompany clients to appointments or outings.
• Build strong relationships and offer personalised support.

Skills

Good communication

Problem-solving

Caring for older adults

Valid driver

Job description

Home Instead is the world’s leading provider of non‑medical care and companionship services for older people. We pride ourselves on award‑winning training and high‑quality support to help our clients live safely and independently at home.

Job Description

As a Care Professional you will provide at least one hour of care per visit, working alternate weekends between 8 am and 10 pm. You must have reliable, insured transportation (Class A Business insurance in your name) and be willing to accompany clients to appointments or outings.

You will be available to build strong relationships with clients, offering personalised support based on shared interests.

Pay and Hours

• £13.25 p /hr
• Mileage paid at 45 p/mile
• Paid training and ongoing support

Benefits

• Employee referral scheme of £200
• Paid introduction/shadowing calls
• Employee benefits portal with discounts at over 200 outlets
• Well‑being support via Employee Assistance Programme (24/7 confidential counselling and legal advice)
• Competency‑based NVQ Diploma funding
• Blue Light discount card eligibility
• Opportunities for career progression

Qualifications

• Good communication and problem‑solving skills
• Professional approach to caring for older adults
• Available to work alternate weekends
• Valid driver with a reliable vehicle and appropriate insurance

We value you as more than just a carer. If you are looking to make a real difference, we would love to hear from you.

We do not currently offer sponsorship.