Company Description
Location: Pewsey, Marlborough, Devizes, Andover, Amesbury and Tidworth and surrounding areas.
Job Type: Part-Time (up to 16 hours across Saturday and Sunday) every weekend or every other weekend it’s up to you.
Company Overview
At Home Instead Andover & East Wiltshire, we’re passionate about providing high-quality, person-centred care that helps older adults remain independent and comfortable in their own homes. Our team is known for its compassion, professionalism, and dedication to making a real difference in the lives of others.
We are currently seeking Weekend Care Assistants to join our supportive team. Whether you're looking to top up your income with a few hours or prefer to keep your weekdays free, we offer up to 16 hours across the weekend and flexible shift options to suit your schedule.
Interested? Call us on 01672 555560 to have a friendly chat, or click Apply Now to submit your application.
Job DescriptionWhat You’ll Be Doing
As a Weekend Care Assistant, you’ll provide vital care and companionship to clients in their own homes. Your duties may include:
Supporting with personal care (bathing, grooming, dressing)
Assisting with medication reminders and management
Aiding with mobility and safe transfers
Providing companionship and emotional support
Helping with meal preparation, light housework, and laundry
Ensuring accurate record-keeping and communication
What We Offer
£12.70 per care hour (depending on experience)
Paid travel time and wait time, plus 45p per mile mileage allowance
Flexible weekend schedules tailored to your availability
Paid introductions to clients before delivering care
Comprehensive paid training, with ongoing support and development
Career progression opportunities and funded care qualifications
Access to our high street discounts scheme
Rewarding work where you’ll make a real difference in someone’s life
What We’re Looking For
You don’t need previous care experience to apply – we’ll provide full training. What’s important is that you’re:
Compassionate, patient, and reliable
Pro-active, good at record keeping and an excellent communicator
Comfortable working independently
Able to commit to regular weekend availability
In possession of a valid UK driving licence and have access to a reliable vehicle
Living within a reasonable travel distance of SN9
You must be able to work in at least one of our service areas: Devizes, Pewsey, Marlborough, Andover, Amesbury, Tidworth, or surrounding villages
Applicants must have the right to work in the UK
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