Home Helper

Extra Help Cotswold; Stonehouse; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Choose your tasks

£15 hourly rate

Job summary

Extra Help Cotswold is seeking compassionate Home Helpers to support clients at home in Stonehouse and surrounding areas. As a self-employed worker, you’ll choose your own hours and select tasks from cleaning, meal prep, errands, companionship and more.

A valid driving license and DBS check are required, with a flexible, customer‑focused approach and a willingness to travel locally. The role offers an attractive £15 per hour rate and the freedom to manage your schedule while making a real

Qualifications

• Genuine interest in helping others and making a positive impact in the community.
• Reliability, patience and a caring disposition.
• Ability to adapt to the needs of a diverse client base, including elderly individuals and busy professionals.
• Full, clean driving licence and access to a reliable vehicle.
• Hold a clear DBS check and personal liability insurance or be willing to obtain both.
• Good communication skills and a professional attitude.
• Ability and willingness to travel to client locations in Stonehouse/Stroud and surrounding areas ( typically within a 30-minute commute ).
• Previous experience in cleaning, care, hospitality, companionship, housekeeping or similar roles is beneficial but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform light housekeeping (cleaning, tidying, laundry, ironing, etc.).
• Prepare nutritious meals and assist with grocery shopping.
• Provide companionship and friendly conversation.
• Assist with day-to-day tasks such as running errands, collecting prescriptions, and helping with mail.
• Support clients in attending appointments and social events.
• Pet care and dog walking.
• Gardening and minor outdoor tasks (e.g., watering plants).
• Adapt to each client’s needs with a tailored approach.

Skills

Reliable

Compassionate

Adaptable

Good communication

Driving license

DBS check

Liability insurance

Willing to travel

Experience in care

Job description

We are seeking compassionate and dependable Home Helpers to join our team at Extra Help Cotswold. Our mission is to support individuals in the community who need assistance with daily tasks, from cleaning, housekeeping and meal preparation to running errands, companionship, and more. Whether it's older adults, those with additional needs, or busy individuals and families juggling daily life, you will play a vital role in enhancing clients' well‑being and helping them maintain independence in their own homes.

As a self‑employed Home Helper, you’ll enjoy the freedom to choose your own hours and decide which of the below tasks you’d like to assist with, making it a truly flexible role. With the chance to tailor your work to suit your schedule and strengths, you can enjoy a fulfilling role that fits seamlessly into your life.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform light housekeeping (cleaning, tidying, laundry, ironing, etc.)
• Prepare nutritious meals and assist with grocery shopping
• Provide companionship and friendly conversation
• Assist with day-to-day tasks such as running errands, collecting prescriptions, and helping with mail
• Support clients in attending appointments and social events
• Pet care and dog walking
• Gardening and minor outdoor tasks (e.g., watering plants)
• Adapt to each client’s needs with a tailored approach

Requirements:

• A genuine interest in supporting others and making a positive impact in the community
• Reliability, patience, and a caring disposition
• Ability to adapt to the needs of a diverse client base, including elderly individuals, busy professionals, and families
• Full, clean driving license and access to a reliable vehicle
• Hold a clear DBS check and personal liability insurance or be willing to obtain both
• Good communication skills and a professional attitude
• Ability and willingness to travel to client locations in Stonehouse/Stroud and surrounding areas, typically within a 30-minute commute
• Previous experience in cleaning, care, hospitality, companionship, housekeeping or similar roles is beneficial but not essential

Cleaning and general housekeeping are an essential part of the role. Other tasks may be incorporated into a visit depending on the individual client and their requirements. As a self-employed Home Helper, you have the flexibility to choose the days and hours you work and can accept assignments that fit your availability and circumstances.

Why Work With Us?

• Join a team that values your time, skills, and personal choices
• Enjoy the freedom to choose your own hours
• Competitive hourly rate of £15
• Flexibility to work locally and in the surrounding areas
• Rewarding opportunity to make a difference in people’s lives while enjoying total flexibility

If you’re looking for a fulfilling role with a purpose, apply to join Extra Help Cotswold and become part of a dedicated team that truly cares.

Community Careline Services (Bexley) LTD

Community Careline Services (Bexley) LTD