Home Care Assistant – Harlow & Roydon | Drivers Needed | Flexible Part-Time

Home Instead Senior Care; Harlow; Hybrid; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A local home care service provider is seeking a compassionate Home Care Assistant in Harlow. In this part-time role, you will support older adults in their homes with personal care, meal preparation, and companionship. Ideal candidates should be kind, reliable, and located close to Harlow or Roydon. Flexible hours available, along with competitive pay and training opportunities.

Benefits

£12.75 – £13.25 per hour

Paid mileage

Double pay on bank holidays

Fully paid training

Flexible part-time hours

Bonus scheme

Exclusive discounts

Qualifications

• Must be local to Harlow or Roydon.
• Available for morning and/or evening shifts.
• Drivers with access to a car are essential.

Responsibilities

• Help with personal care like washing, dressing, and toileting.
• Prepare light meals and assist with hydration and nutrition.
• Provide companionship and conversation.

Skills

Caring and kind nature

Good communication skills

Team collaboration

Job description

Company Description

Location: Harlow & Roydon, Essex
Pay: £12.75 – £13.25 per hour + Paid Mileage + Double Pay on Bank Holidays
Hours: Part-Time – Mornings (8:00am–12:00pm) and/or Evenings (5:00pm–9:00pm)
Job Type: Part-Time | Immediate Start Available

Join a Team That Cares

Are you looking for part-time work that truly makes a difference?

At Home Instead Cuffley, Cheshunt & Harlow, we’re passionate about delivering high-quality, person-centred home care. As a Home Care Assistant, you’ll support older adults in Harlow and Roydon, helping them stay safe, independent, and comfortable in their own homes and build genuine relationships along the way.

Job Description

A Day in the Life

No two days are the same, but your visits will always focus on care, dignity, and connection. You might:

• Help with personal care like washing, dressing, and toileting

• Prepare light meals and assist with hydration and nutrition

• Prompt or administer medication

• Provide friendly companionship, conversation, or a walk in the garden

• Carry out light housekeeping to keep their home safe and tidy

• Maintain accurate visit notes and report concerns

All visits are a minimum of one hour, giving you the time to do things properly and build trust with clients.

What You’ll Get

We know great care starts with great carers. That’s why we offer:

• £12.75 – £13.25 per hour

• Minimum 1 hour shifts

• Double pay on bank holidays

• Paid mileage between visits

• Fully paid training including the Care Certificate and optional further qualifications

• Flexible part-time hours to suit your lifestyle

• Work close to home with regular, local clients

• Ongoing support from your care team and office staff

• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme

• Bonus scheme, staff recognition, and regular social events

• Exclusive discounts on major brands

Qualifications

We’re looking for people who are:

• Local to Harlow or Roydon

• Available for morning and/or evening shifts

• Drivers with access to a car (essential for reaching clients)

• Naturally caring, kind, and reliable

• Great communicators and team players

No experience necessary – if you have the heart for care, we’ll give you the training and tools to succeed.

Additional Information

Home Instead is an award-winning care provider built on compassion, trust, and respect. We don’t rush visits. We match you with clients you can bond with. And we support you every step of the way.

Whether you're returning to work, switching careers, or just want to make a real difference, we’ll welcome you into our team like family.

Apply today to start a rewarding role where your time and care mean everything.
Let’s make ageing at home possible — together.