Care Assistant

Company Description

Home Instead Bedford is an award-winning home care company that offers the best in-home services throughout Bedford, Cranfield, Bromham, Elstow, Wootton and surrounding areas.

We provide care and support to allow individuals to lead fulfilled lives in a safe & familiar surroundings where they feel most comfortable, in the place they call home.

At Home Instead Bedford, we believe that everyone should be able to stay at home surrounded by their belongings and precious memories for as long as they possibly can. Our goal is to help you make that happen.

**Job Description**:
We are seeking individuals who have a kind and compassionate heart and who are ready to complete our FREE award-winning training so they can provide the best in-home care to vulnerable adults around our local area.

As a Home Care Assistant, we will offer you:

- Free award-winning, industry-leading training and competitive rates of pay
- ** Wages of £11 to £12 per hour**
- Refer a friend bonus - earn when you refer a friend (Unlimited)
- Paid travel time and mileage to 45 ppm
- 20 days holiday a year plus 8 bank holidays (pro rata)
- Matching you to clients based on similar interests and hobbies to help you and your client enjoy your time together
- Minimum visits of one hour so there is plenty of time to complete tasks and get to know your client
- A variety of shifts available.

**Recruiting in: Bedford, Cranfield, Bromham, Elstow, Wootton**

**Duties will include**:
**Home Help & Light Housekeeping.** Help Clients Maintain Their Independence by Assisting Them With Household Chores

**Personal Care. **Help Your Client Get With Mobility or to Get Ready to Start or Finish Their Day, Assistance with Bathing, etc.

**Companionship. **Keep Your Client Company or Take Trips Around The Local Area That You Will Both Enjoy.

**Other Support. **From Medication Reminders, Help with Shopping and Other Support

**We will provide you with**:
**Great Pay & Benefits**

We understand that the current cost of living is high and work towards supporting our care professionals as much as possible. We offer enhanced rates on weekends & double pay on bank holidays as well as offering benefits to our employees.

**A Rota That Works for You & Our Clients**

Whether you want to work weekends only or have a few hours to spare in the mornings, we will agree on a schedule that works for you and our clients in your area.

**Award-Winning Training & Support**

Home Instead have been awarded multiple times for the sector-leading training they continue to develop. City & Guilds have accredited our Dementia & Alzheimer's training.

**Carefully Match You to Clients in Your Local Area**

We pride ourselves on matching Care Professionals to clients in their local area so you share some of the same hobbies and interests, making it easier for both you and the client to work together.

**Career Progression Opportunities**

Our award-winning training allows for individuals who are interested in progressing into management positions and other parts of the business.

**Diversity & Inclusion Guarantee**

Everyone in the Home Instead family is treated with respect, whether a coworker, franchise owner, care professional or client. We want a world where everyone is treated fairly, cared for, and valued. We appreciate our varied and multicultural staff so we can all flourish at work.

**Qualifications**:
**Valid UK Driving License and Access to Own Vehicle**

**Full Training Provided**

Additional Information

Join Home Instead and become part of our family. Whether you have experience in care or are just starting out, you will find unparalleled support, training and guidance to help you establish and progress a career in care.