Care Assistant

2 weeks ago

Tavistock PL UK, United Kingdom Home Instead Full time £11,500 - £25,600 per year
Company Description

If you are looking to start 2025 in a rewarding and meaningful job then look no further. 

Home Instead Tavistock and Tamar Valley are a family run business leading the way in providing high standards of care and support that enable people to continue living in their own homes, giving them a sense of purpose, well being & worth.  

We hold a CQC rating of Outstanding. 

  • Being able to drive and have a car is a necessity for this role.
Job Description

Help clients to remain happy, healthy and thriving in their own homes.

  • Help with washing/bathing and dressing 
  • Companionship and well being support
  • Assisting with everyday tasks from cooking a meal to light housework
  • Helping your clients access their community by accompanying them for a drive or walk, shopping or appointments.
  • This role is subject to Enhanced DBS and references

The commitment we place on caring is not limited to our valued clients; it extends to our team too.  We genuinely believe that valuing our Care Professionals' goes beyond training; it encompasses their well being and career development, it's as crucial as the outstanding service they deliver.

  • Part-time hours available, including every other weekend off
  • Competitive Pay: Earn £11.50 Monday to Friday 9 am - 5 pm, £12.80 before 9 am & after 5 pm & weekends,  £25.60 on Bank Holidays
  • A minimum of 1-hour calls which ensures continuity in care
  • Mileage, travel/waiting time, and even enjoy a paid day off on your birthday
  • Comprehensive Training: Besides our induction programme, we also offer Alzheimer's, Dementia care, and Parkinson's training certificated by City and Guilds
  • A pension scheme, referral bonuses, regular team meet-ups, social events, to a wellness program and exclusive discounts.
Qualifications

A UK driving license and a car are a necessity for this role.

Surprisingly, many members of our team start with little professional experience in care, although many have cared for a loved one or family member. Stepping into an unfamiliar role can be daunting, which is why we've developed a comprehensive support structure to give you all the skills and confidence you'll need to provide quality care.

We are not sponsoring VISA applications at this time.

Additional Information

Benefits

  • 20 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays
  • A paid day off for your Birthday
  • Full bespoke induction training
  • Ongoing training and support
  • Pension scheme
  • Variety of discounts through the Home Instead benefit scheme.
  • Competitive rates of pay
  • Employee Assistance Programme

Apply today:

If you have a passion for caring and the motivation to help us achieve our ambitions, we would love to hear from you. 

We encourage applications from all sections of the community as we want to reflect the neighbourhood in which we work. Home Instead is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. This role is subject to DBS enhanced disclosure & suitable references.

THIS ROLE REQUIRES THAT THE APPLICANT RESIDES IN THE UK AND HAS THE RIGHT TO WORK IN THE UK. We are not sponsoring VISA applications at this time.

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