Care Assistant – The Borough of Rochdale

TN United Kingdom; Matatiele Local Municipality; On-site; ZAR 50 000 - 200 000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Care Assistant, where you will provide essential support and companionship to clients. This rewarding role offers excellent pay rates and comprehensive training, ensuring you are well-prepared to deliver high-quality, person-centered care. With a focus on building meaningful relationships, you will enjoy the flexibility of minimum one-hour visits, allowing you to make a real difference in the lives of those you care for. Be part of a supportive team that values your contributions and offers ongoing development opportunities.

Benefits

Employee referral bonus programme

Mileage and travel time compensation

Fully paid award-winning training

Employee Assistance Programme

Exclusive discounts scheme

24 Hour emergency on-call system

Field Supervisor support

Qualifications

• No prior experience required; award-winning training provided.
• Full driving licence and access to a vehicle needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide companionship and social interaction to clients.
• Assist with daily tasks like meal prep and personal care.
• Accompany clients to appointments and shopping.

Skills

Companionship

Meal Preparation

Personal Care

Communication Skills

Education

Certificate of Care

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Posted:

26.04.2025

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10.06.2025

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Care Assistant Benefits:

• Excellent pay rates - from £12.00 to £13.00 per hour, plus enhanced bank holiday rates
• Minimum 1 hour calls – time to develop and build a great relationship with your client
• Employee referral bonus programme
• Mileage and travel time - @45p per mile/travel paid at minimum wage per hr
• Training - fully paid award-winning training, ongoing support and development opportunities - NVQ Level 2 and 3, access to specialist training/qualifications eg. Dementia and End of Life
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Exclusive discounts scheme – at supermarkets, utility providers and more
• Blue Light Card
• Field Supervisor allocated to facilitate 'on the job' support/mentoring/training
• Introductions/Shadowing visit to all clients
• 24 Hour emergency on-call system
• Office Team Support Network

Care Assistant responsibilities:

Home Instead carers are called Care Professionals and being a Care Professional 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-centred 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

You aren't required to have experience for this role. We offer Award Winning training which is a combination of e-learning and in-house workshops, leading to a nationally recognised Certificate of Care once completed.

The role does require you to hold a full driving licence and have access to your own vehicle.

Additional Information

Be part of the Home Instead Family 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!