Care Assistant

Qualifications

No experience is required for this position as full training and ongoing support will be given.

Additional Information

Care Assistants will have a Valid UK Driving License (with access to a vehicle for work purposes) Care Assistants must have the Right to Work in the UK. We unfortunately do not offer sponsorship.

We are actively recruiting Care Assistants now. If you would be interested in joining a fun and friendly supportive team please click 'Apply', to get in touch today!

Company Description

Home Instead is the world's leading provider of non-medical care and companionship services for older people. We help our clients remain independent, happy, and comfortable in their own homes. We are committed to changing the face of aging by providing outstanding, personalised care. With minimum visits of one hour, award winning training and an excellent reputation, we are immensely proud of the quality of care we provide. We match our Care Assistants to our clients based on mutual interests and hobbies to help build bonds of trust, which enables us to provide personalised support.

Job Description

Home Instead - Lincoln is expanding its fantastic care team and is seeking caring, compassionate Care Assistants to help with elderly care and to support adults living at home with a range of needs throughout the local area.

We currently have flexible Part Time roles available. From as little as a day upwards! We're looking for Care Assistants who may already have experience as a Support Worker or in Domiciliary Care or those without experience looking to become a Care Assistant. We offer "Award Winning, Comprehensive Induction Training" and ongoing professional support - You are never alone with Home Instead!

At Home Instead, we really value our Care Assistants and offer the following pay and benefits:

• £12.25 per hour Monday to Friday 7 AM - 5.30 PM
• £12.75 per hour Monday to Friday 5.30 PM - 10 PM
• £13.75 per hour on Saturdays & Sundays
• £24.50 per hour on Bank Holidays
• Paid Travel/Wait Time in between visits - Additional to the hourly rate!
• Mileage paid at 35 pence per mile in between visits
• Company Pension Scheme
• Local & Professional Support Team
• Home Instead Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Home Instead Refer A Friend Scheme (£125.00 Bonus)
• Home Instead Employee Benefits & Discount Scheme
• Paid - Award Winning, Comprehensive Induction Training
• Ongoing Professional Development Training
• Fantastic Recognition, Care Awards, Staff Birthday Schemes, Social Events and Company Events

Being a Care Assistant means you need to be adaptable, and personable but ultimately put others first. Your role may include:

• Companionship
• Helping with personal care
• Helping with mobility around the home
• Overseeing medication and providing support
• Helping with housework such as light cleaning and vacuuming
• Preparing and cooking meals
• Helping with errands such as food shopping or picking up prescriptions