Take Home and Settle Assistant Bromley - Shift 1

Age UK; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A community support organization in London is seeking a Take Home & Settle Assistant to help older clients return home safely from hospital. The role involves providing practical and emotional support, requiring a clean driving license and access to a vehicle. Ideal applicants will be friendly, reliable, and knowledgeable about the area. Competitive pay at £13.85 per hour and additional retainer applicable.

Qualifications

• Must have a driving license and access to a fully insured, smoke-free vehicle.
• Passion for supporting older people.
• Ability to provide practical and emotional support.

Responsibilities

• Ensure clients have a safe return home from hospital.
• Help clients settle in and deliver medications and food supplies.
• Conduct follow-up check-ins to support client wellbeing.

Skills

Friendly

Calm

Compassionate

Reliable

Flexible

Independent

Knowledge of the Greenwich area

Job description

Overview

Take Home and Settle Assistant Bromley - Shift 1

Hours

Monday-Friday call outs are £13.85 per hour. Shift 1 retainer: £3,601 per annum

Location

The role will be based across the Bromley Borough

Closing Date

Final closing date Midnight on 21st November however we reserve the right to close the advert early if a suitable candidate is found

Interview

TBC

Description

IT IS ESSENTAIL TO HAVE A DRIVING LICENSE AND USE OF YOUR OWN CAR TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS ROLE.

Are you passionate about supporting older people? Do you want to make a real difference in your community? If so, Age UK Bromley & Greenwich is looking for a Take Home & Settle Assistant to join our dedicated team!

As a Take Home & Settle Assistant, you’ll play a vital role in ensuring clients have a safe, comfortable return home from hospital. You’ll take clients home, help them settle in, and provide both practical and emotional support. Your responsibilities include handling essential needs like delivering medication and basic food suppies along with follow-up check-ins when required to support their wellbeing.

Key Qualities

• Friendly, calm, and compassionate
• Reliable, flexible, and able to work independently
• Knowledgeable about the Greenwich area with a clean UK driving license and access to a fully insured, smoke-free vehicle

Information Pack

Find out more detail about the role in our Information Pack with a full job description, person specification and the benefits of working with us

How to Apply

If you would like to apply for this position please email your CV and covering statement explaining why you would be suitable for the role to [e-mail]