Care Assistant

Qualifications

To be considered for this role, you'll need to:

• Be aged 18 or over.
• Have the full right to work in the UK (please note we are unable to offer sponsorship).
• Have a genuine passion for caring for others and making a positive difference.
• Be reliable, trustworthy, and committed to providing outstanding care.
• Be willing to work alternate weekends.
• Have a positive, can-do attitude and excellent interpersonal skills.
• Hold a full UK driving licence (highly desirable) to travel between clients' homes.
• Live in PO1 - PO6

Our Care Professionals work in the Portsmouth area covering all postcodes within PO1 to PO6. All of our team can expect to work in each postcode.

We encourage applications from all sections of the community as we want to reflect the neighbourhoods in which we work. Home Instead are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.

The role is subject to DBS enhanced disclosure and reference checks.  

This role is UK based and the right to work in the UK will need to be established as part of the recruitment process. We do not have a licence to provide sponsorship.

Additional Information

When you join our team, you'll enjoy:

• Industry-leading training and ongoing professional development.
• Flexible working hours that support a healthy work-life balance.
• A caring and supportive team that genuinely values your wellbeing.
• The opportunity to build meaningful relationships with clients and make a real impact every day.
• A professional yet personal approach to care, where every client is treated with dignity and respect.
• The chance to work alongside a passionate, world-class team of Care Professionals.
• A workplace where you truly belong and your contribution is valued.
• A role that offers purpose, fulfilment, and the opportunity to change lives—including your own.
• Access to apply for a Blue-Light Card for incredible discounts for events and daily living

The working rate goes up from £13.60 to £14.75 from 6pm onwards.

Contact us today

Enjoy all of this as part of your new rewarding career with the Home Instead Portsmouth family.  Contact us at 02394 318319 or click here to start your application today https://www.homeinstead.co.uk/portsmouth/vacancies/

Company Description

Home Instead Portsmouth is rated Outstanding by the CQC. Home Instead is the world's leading provider of non-medical care and companionship services to help clients remain independent, happy, and comfortable in their own homes. We treat our clients with dignity and respect, as we do our own family. We believe building relationships is important; our Care Professionals are paired with clients based on mutual interests and have minimum 1 hour visits to provide time to care. At Home Instead Portsmouth, we believe that everyone deserves exceptional care, support, and the opportunity to live a better life. We're looking for compassionate, reliable individuals who share our values and want to make a genuine difference in their local community.

Job Description

No two days are the same in care.

One visit may involve sharing a cup of tea, completing a crossword, or enjoying a conversation. The next may involve providing personal care and practical support to help someone remain safe and independent in their own home.

We're looking for individuals who are compassionate, adaptable, and able to approach every situation with empathy, professionalism, and respect.

When you join us, you'll agree a regular working pattern that fits your availability. The evening Block of working time is 5pm-10pm and you will be allocated visits within this time. (This can be negotiated under certain circumstances) We simply ask that you remain consistent with your chosen schedule wherever possible to provide safe continuity of care.

Does this sound like the role for you?