Home Care - Care Assistant - £13.20 - £26.40 hr Salford/Swinton- visits min 1hr - mileage 45p/mile

TN United Kingdom; Salford; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a caring community as a Care Assistant, where you can make a meaningful impact in the lives of others. This role offers a rewarding experience with flexible working hours, including evenings and weekends. You will provide essential companionship and personal care, ensuring clients maintain their independence and dignity. No prior experience is necessary, as full training will be provided. If you have a passion for helping others and are looking for a fulfilling career, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Qualifications

• Must be a driver with access to a vehicle insured in your name.
• Formal care experience is not required; full training is provided.

Responsibilities

• Ensure clients enjoy regular and meaningful social interaction.
• Support clients with bathing, dressing, and grooming.
• Assist with daily tasks like meal prep and light housework.

Skills

Companionship

Personal care

Meal preparation

Light housework

Education

GCSE level English or equivalent

Job description

Job Description

Care Assistant responsibilities:

Being a Care Professional 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.

Responsibilities can include:

• Companionship - ensuring a client enjoys regular and meaningful social interaction
• Personal care - supporting clients with bathing, showering, dressing, and grooming to maintain health and independence
• Assisting with daily tasks such as meal preparation and light housework
• Accompanying clients to appointments or shopping

Essential qualifications and requirements:

• Must be a driver with access to a vehicle insured in your name with Class A Business Insurance
• GCSE level English or equivalent
• Resident within Salford (non-Salford postcodes are outside the territory)

Formal care experience is not required; full training is provided. We value your passion for caring, friendliness, professionalism, dependability, trustworthiness, and respect. References will also be considered.

Additional information:

• Work hours include at least 2 evenings and alternate weekends. Core hours are between 8am-1pm and 4.45pm-9.30pm, with potential for additional hours.
• You must be over 18 years old.

Join the Home Instead community and work with friendly, like-minded colleagues who share your values. Whether you're experienced in care or seeking a new career, we would love to hear from you!