Salaried Care Assistant

Home Instead Senior Care; Leek; On-site; GBP 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A local care service provider in Leek is seeking compassionate Care Professionals to assist clients in maintaining independence at home. This full-time role offers a salary of £25,000 for an average of 35 hours per week, with extra pay for additional hours and mileage reimbursement. Previous experience is not required, as comprehensive training is provided. The ideal candidate should have a caring personality, a reliable vehicle, and a passion for helping others.

Benefits

£25,000 annual salary

30p per mile for travel

28 days annual holiday

No uniform

Career progression opportunities

Refer a Friend Bonus

Paid enhanced DBS check

Access to Blue Light Card discounts

Qualifications

• Experience is not required as comprehensive in-house training is provided.
• Full driver's license and own vehicle needed.
• Punctual and caring personality is essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist with household tasks like cleaning and laundry.
• Prepare meals or assist with cooking.
• Offer companionship and engage in hobbies.
• Support with personal care, including showering and dressing.
• Take clients on enjoyable outings.
• Keep accurate records and report concerns.
• Administer medication as needed.
• Promote independence by supporting clients' routines.

Skills

Caring personality

Reliability

Communication skills

Job description

Overview

Home Instead are seeking compassionate, friendly individuals to assist us in helping people maintain their independence and thrive in the comfort of their own homes in Leek & Moorlands.

This vacancy is a full-time, salaried role. You\'ll work an average of 35 hours per week, with availability required 7am - 10pm Monday to Friday, plus alternate weekends. The annual salary is £25,000, with additional pay if your average hours go above 35 per week. Mileage is paid in addition at 30p per mile. The area includes Leek, Biddulph, Bakewell, Matlock, and Ashbourne.

We know that top-quality care can\'t be rushed, which is why we don\'t offer short visits - every visit is at least one hour. Some are much longer, such as 4-hour companionship visits. We ensure you have enough travel time to get to each client, so you can focus on giving them the time and attention they deserve.

We carefully match Care Professionals with clients based on similar skills, personality, and interests, so you can really connect with the people you’re supporting. For first visits with new clients, you\'ll be accompanied by someone who will introduce and support you, allowing you to get to know the client and their routine.

Benefits

• £25,000 annual salary (average 35 hours/week, with extra pay for additional hours)
• 30p per mile for travel
• 28 days annual holiday
• No uniform – stay comfortable in casual dress alongside your free Home Instead bag, ID badge, and PPE
• Gain qualifications – Care Certificate, Level 2 or 3 Diploma, or City & Guilds certificates
• Refer a Friend Bonus – you and your friend will earn £250 EACH per referral
• Career progression opportunities – Senior Care Professional, Quality Lead, Client Services Manager
• Access to Blue Light Card and Home Instead discounts
• Paid enhanced DBS check
• 24-hour on-call line

Responsibilities

• Assist with household tasks like cleaning, tidying, and laundry
• Prepare meals or assist with cooking your client\'s favourite dishes
• Offer companionship by engaging in hobbies and spending quality time together
• Support with personal care, including showering, dressing, and bedtime routines
• Take clients on outings they enjoy, like shopping or a local café
• Keep accurate records and report any concerns following company guidelines
• Administer medication and document accordingly
• Promote independence by supporting clients in following their routine and making their own choices

Requirements

• Experience is not required due to our comprehensive in-house training, though previous care experience is an advantage
• Full driver\’s licence and your own vehicle
• Reliable, punctual, and caring personality
• Confident in conversation
• Able to commit to the required hours
• Must be happy to travel around Leek & Moorlands

Are you ready to help people and make a real difference? Pop your application through, and let\’s have a chat!

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