Care Assistant at Home Instead
Are you passionate about helping others? Do you thrive on making a positive impact in your community? If so, we’d love to hear from you! At Home Instead, we’re dedicated to providing exceptional care for elderly clients, allowing them to stay independent in their own homes. Our award-winning family-run service is part of Home Instead, the UK’s leading home care provider.
Why Join Our Team?
- Flexible Schedule: We understand that life can be busy. That’s why we offer a flexible working schedule that fits around you and our clients.
- Comprehensive Training: No prior experience in domiciliary care or residential care? No problem! All training will be provided.
- Competitive Pay: Enjoy competitive pay rates of up to £25.40 per hour.
- Travel Reimbursement: We offer up to 45p per mile for travel expenses.
- Employee Benefits: Take advantage of employee discount schemes and referral bonuses.
- Casual/Smart Dress Code: No uniforms required—just dress comfortably and professionally.
Responsibilities:
As a Care Assistant, you’ll play a crucial role in supporting clients in their own homes. Your tasks may include:
- Personal care
- Home help
- Assisting with medication
- Meal preparation
- Providing companionship
- Promoting independence
- Work as part of a team, effectively communication with the office team as well as other care professionals.
Requirements:
- This role is based in Yeovil and surrounding areas.
- All applicants will undergo a face-to-face interview at our office in Yeovil, Somerset.
- Due to our clients living in rural areas, a valid driving licence and reliable transport are required.
- Compassionate Approach: We value kindness and a caring nature over experience. If you have a positive attitude and a willingness to help, we want to hear from you.
- Reliable Transport: Access to a reliable form of transport (such as a car) is essential.
- Availability: Commit to a minimum of 15 hours per week, including every other weekend.
- Location: Be based in or around the Yeovil, Somerset area.
What We Offer:
- Paid Introduction and Training: Get started with confidence through our paid induction and shadowing calls.
- Employee Referral Scheme: Refer friends or family and earn rewards.
- Pension and Holiday Pay: Enjoy additional benefits.
- Career Progression: Opportunities to complete qualifications such as NVQ in Health and Social Care.
- Wellbeing Support: Our dedicated “wellbeing champion” and supportive management team are here for you.
Join Our Collaborative Team:
If you’re ready for a change from your current role—whether it’s in retail, hospitality, supermarket, cleaning, or office administration—click “apply now.” Our team will be in touch to discuss how we can make a difference together.
Note - Right-to-work verification is part of the recruitment process
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Pay: £12.50-£24.40 per hour
Expected hours: 10 – 15 per week
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Company pension
- Health & wellbeing programme
- On-site parking
- Referral programme
- Store discount
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Overtime
- Weekend availability
- Weekends only
Application question(s):
- Are you happy to provide personal care for our clients
- Able to work every other weekend (Saturday & Sunday)
- We don't offer Sponsorship, will this stop you from working for us?
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (required)
Work Location: On the road
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent, Zero hours contract
Pay: £12.50-£24.40 per hour
Expected hours: 15 – 40 per week
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Company pension
- Health & wellbeing programme
- On-site parking
- Referral programme
- Store discount
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Night shift
- Overtime
- Weekend availability
- Weekends only
Application question(s):
- Are you happy to provide personal care for our clients
- Able to work every other weekend (Saturday & Sunday)
- We don't offer Sponsorship, will this stop you from working for us?
- Are you located within Yeovil or surrounding areas?
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (required)
Work Location: On the road
Reference ID: REF24867C
