Loneliness Companion - Poynton

Right at Home; Poynton; Remote; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage paid

Company pension

Holiday pay

Employee discount scheme

Flexible hours

Job summary

Right at Home Cheshire East is hiring as a care assistant to support adults in their own homes and community. You will provide practical support, personal care, and companionship to help clients live independently with dignity.

Full training is provided and no prior care experience is required, though it is advantageous. Shifts range from 4 to 12 hours with flexible, guaranteed, or block hours available, and mileage is paid.

Qualifications

• No prior care experience required; full training provided.
• Willingness to work alternate weekends.

Responsibilities

• Supporting people in their local community.
• Providing companionship and emotional support.
• Assisting with personal care, including bathing and toileting.
• Preparing healthy meals.
• Shopping and household support.
• Helping Clients get out and about in the local area.

Skills

Compassionate care

Communication

Flexible working

Education

Full UK driving licence

Right to work in the UK

Access to own vehicle

Job description

Salary

• £13.20 an hor
• 16 to 40 hours per week available
• Up to £27,456 per year, pro rata

About the Role

Right at Home Cheshire East is anaward winninghomecare provider and has been recognised as a Top Home Care Provider in Stockport and Cheshire East for the past seven years.

This role suits people who want to feel valued in their work while supporting vulnerable adults in their own homes and the local community. You will provide practical support, personal care, and companionship to help Clients live independently and with dignity.

Full training is provided. No prior care experience isrequired, but it isadvantageous.

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting people in your local community

• Providing companionship and emotional support

• Assisting with personal care, including bathing, toileting, and medication support

• Preparing healthy meals

• Shopping and household support

• Supporting Clients to get out and about in the local area

Benefits

• Make a difference by caring for others

• Flexible working hours from 16 to 40 hours per week

• Full training provided

• Industry-recognised health and social care qualifications

• Ongoing support and development

• Career progression opportunities for motivated individuals

• Salaried, flexible, or guaranteed contracts available

• Mileage paid

• Company pension

• Holiday pay

• Employee discount scheme

• Flexible, guaranteed, or block hours available

Requirements

• Right to work in the UK

• Full UK driving licence

• Access to your own vehicle

• Ability to work alternate weekends

• Must live within 8 miles of the areas covered

Working Pattern

• Full-time or part-time roles available

• Permanent positions

• Shifts range from 4 to 12 hours

This role offers meaningful work, structured support, and the opportunity to build a long-term career with Right at Home Cheshire East.