Care Assistant

4 months ago


Gloucester, United Kingdom Home Instead Full time

Job Description

What you will bring:

Helping clients remain happy, healthy and thriving in their own homes Responsibilities may include:

Companionship and wellbeing support. Spend time with your clients - chatting, helping out with tasks around the house or in the local community.  Supporting your clients with everyday tasks from meal preparation to light housework. Help your clients remain well nourished, hydrated and safe at home.  Accompanying your client to the shops or appointments to support them in their local community. Assist your clients to maintain their social connections and manage their diary.  Helping with dressing, washing or bathing. Make your clients feel their best and prepare them for the day.  Supporting with the administration of medication. Help your clients keep on top of their medication and prescriptions. 

If you love helping others and are looking to work for a company that feels like a family, then a role with Home Instead is the job for you

At Home Instead, we value the amazing work our Care Assistants do every day. To help you achieve the best for yourself and your clients, we offer:

Competitive pay  -from £14 to £15.68 per hour including guaranteed holiday pay. Bank holidays are paid double time. Minimum 1-hour visit duration – with client and carer matching for continuity. Part-time and full-time hours available  - to fit around our clients' and your lifestyle, work will be allocated in an area near you. Training  - full induction program where we provide award-winning training and health and social care career progression opportunities. Pension  Scheme. Employee referral bonus program  -sign a friend up and receive an exclusive bonus. Mileage reimbursement  -paid separately Other benefits include  -an exclusive discount schemefor shopping and utilities and a 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme.

Be part of the Home Instead community 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 

Qualifications

While experience is always valued, it isn't necessary as we offer comprehensive e-learning, training workshops and competencies as well as in-field shadowing and ongoing support. 

Applicants must have a means of transport as clients are cared for in their own homes, or would like you to accompany them on appointments or outings and can live in remote areas. 

Additional Information

Benefits:

Comprehensive training provided with personal and professional development opportunities, including the opportunity to enrol in NVQ L2 or L3. E-learning, in-field shadowing and ongoing training and workshops are provided.  Visits with a minimum duration of one hour with clients matched to you on schedule to fit your availability. Continuity of visiting the same clients regularly, and supported introductions with new clients. Competitive pay: £14 - £15.68 per hour including guaranteed holiday pay and travel allowance. Bank holidays are paid double time. A dedicated manager and 24-hour on-call support from our friendly and professional office team. Employee Assistance Programme – a 24-hour confidential helpline to provide support through any of life’s issues or problems. Part-time or Full-time contracted hour options are offered to the right candidate.

Hear from one of our Care Assistants:

“I didn’t know I wanted to work in care, but I knew I wanted to work for a company like Home Instead. With full training and support, I was able to start a new, rewarding career while learning on the job.”
Tamika, Care Assistant Home Instead Gloucester and the Forest of Dean

Are you ready to become a Care Assistant and provide support in your local community? Visit   to learn more about us or apply today


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