Part Time Care Assistant (Weekdays & Alternate Weekends)- *Drivers Only*

Home Instead; Gillingham; On-site; GBP 17,908 - 19,286; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid mileage

Paid holiday

Flexible shift options

Training and development programs

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

A leading care provider in Gillingham is seeking a part-time Care Assistant to offer companionship and personal care to clients. Responsibilities include meal preparation, accompanying clients to appointments, and assisting with daily tasks. The role requires a valid driving license and the ability to work alternate weekends. Competitive hourly pay of £13 to £14 is offered, along with paid mileage and holiday. Join a supportive team that values quality care and personal growth in the community.

Qualifications

• Full driving licence and access to a vehicle.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to work alternate weekends.

Responsibilities

• Provide companionship to clients during visits.
• Assist with meal preparation and light housework.
• Support clients with personal care tasks.
• Accompany clients to appointments or shopping.

Skills

Companionship

Meal preparation

Personal care

Light housework

Client matching

Job description

• Part-time
• Date Advert Closes: 30 November 2024

Company Description

Why just work when You Can Care?

Full driving licence with access to a vehicle essential in order to support our clients to the fullest and must be available to work alternate weekends

Guaranteed Hours Contract to work across Gillingham, Rainham, Chatham & Rochester

Home Instead is the world’s leading provider of non-medical care and companionship services for older people. With visits of one hour or more, award winning trainingand an excellent reputation we are immensely proud of the quality of care we provide.

· Rated No.1 in the Elite top 100 Franchises 2020

· Franchise of the Year Gold Winner in the British Franchise Awards

We can offer you

Job Description

We can offer you

• Award-winning, industry-leading training and competitive rates of pay
• Excellent wages of £13to £14per hour, double pay for bank holiday
• Paid Mileage
• Paid Holiday
• Mileage
• Guaranteed hours contracts
• Refer a friend bonus – earn when you refer a friend
• 100’s of online & in-store discounts to be used and enjoyed.
• Paid Face to Face training + Online Learning and Development programme.
• Paid meet & greet and shadow calls (prior to providing care)
• DBS fully refunded
• 20 days holiday a year plus 8 bank holidays (pro rata)
• Matching you to clients based on similar interests and hobbies to help you and your client enjoy your time together.
• Minimum visits of one hour so there is plenty of time to complete tasks and get to know your client.
• A variety of shifts available.
• Blue Light discount card and Exclusive discount scheme
• 24/7 Confidential Employee Assistance Programme (professional advice, practical information, resources and counselling)
• Fully funded NVQ 2,3,4 & 5

Care Assistant responsibilities:

Being a Care Assistant 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.

Duties can include:

• Companionship - ensuring a client enjoys regular and meaningful social interaction is an important part of your visit
• Help with everyday tasks such as; meal preparation and light housework
• Accompanying to appointments or shopping
• Personal care - supporting our clients with the essentials such as bathing, showering, dressing and grooming to keep them healthy and independent

Qualifications

Full Time (40 hours per week) - 07:30 to 14:30 then 16:30 until 22:00 including alternate weekends.

Additional Information

Be part of the Home Instead community and work with friendly like-minded people who share your values. Whether you already have experience in the care sector or are looking for a new career, we would love to hear from you! Click apply today or call us at 01634557070 to learn more.

You can also email our Retention and Recruitment Lead of Medway, Swale & Sheppey at: [e-mail]