Part-Time Weekend Care Assistant

Home Instead; Winchester; On-site; GBP 18,253 - 36,506; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

£13.25 per hour, £14 on weekends

Paid travel time and mileage allowance

Free DBS check

Full training provided

Health cash plan and local discounts

Flexible weekend shifts

Job summary

A home care service provider is seeking compassionate individuals for the Weekend Care Professional role in Winchester. In this part-time position, you will provide personalised support to help older adults live independently. Responsibilities include assisting with personal care, meal preparation, and emotional support. No prior experience is needed as full training is provided. You must have a driving licence and your own transportation. Competitive rates of pay are offered including enhanced weekend rates.

Qualifications

• Individuals with a compassionate, patient nature.
• Reliable individuals committed to making a positive impact.
• No previous experience in caregiving needed; full training will be provided.
• A driving licence and vehicle access are required due to the rural location of some clients.

Responsibilities

• Provide companionship and emotional support.
• Assist with personal care such as washing and dressing.
• Support with meal preparation and dietary needs.
• Carry out light housekeeping and home help tasks.
• Deliver specialised care for clients with dementia or other conditions.
• Monitor and report on client well-being.

Skills

Compassionate nature

Reliability

Empathy

Ability to work independently

Education

UK Driving Licence

Job description

Home Instead is the UK’s leading provider of home care services, committed to changing the way older people are supported in later life. With over 250 independently owned offices across the country, we deliver high-quality, relationship-led care that’s tailored to each individual.

Job Description

We’re looking for caring, dedicated individuals to join us as part of our team as a Weekend Care Professional. In this rewarding role, you’ll provide compassionate, personalised support to help older adults live comfortably and independently in their own homes. At Home Instead we do visits no less then an hour so you have the time to provide the care people need and deserve.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide companionship and emotional support
• Assist with personal care such as washing and dressing
• Support with meal preparation and dietary needs
• Carry out light housekeeping and home help tasks
• Deliver specialised care for clients with dementia or other conditions
• Monitor and report on client well-being

What We’re Looking For

• A kind, reliable nature – experience is welcome but not essential
• Confidence to work independently and as part of a team
• A genuine passion for helping others
• We are unable to offer Sponsorship

What We Offer

• £13.25 per hour, £14 on weekends + enhanced Bank Holiday pay (£26.50/hr)
• Paid travel time + 35p per mile mileage allowance
• Minimum 1-hour visits with 15-minute travel time between calls
• Free DBS check
• Full training provided – no experience needed
• 24/7 support and opportunities to grow
• Health cash plan and local discounts
• Blue Light Card – fully paid for by us
• No uniform required – feel comfortable while you care
• Flexible weekend shifts available

If you’re ready to start a meaningful career that truly makes a difference, apply now and become part of the Home Instead family.

Job Types: Part-time, Zero hours contract

• Company pension
• Life insurance
• Referral programme
• Sick pay

Licence/Certification:

• UK Driving Licence (required)
• United Kingdom (required)
• Sponsorship is not availableat this time.

Location:

• Winchester SO22 (required)

Qualifications

• Individuals with a compassionate, patient nature.
• Reliable individuals committed to making a positive impact.
• No previous experience in caregiving needed; full training will be provided.
• A driving licence and vehicle access are required due to the rural location of some clients.

Additional Information

Requirements:

1. Must be a UK resident with your own transportation.