Care Assistants

Qualifications

For this role, having a driving licence and access to your own vehicle is essential for visiting our clients and assisting them in getting out and about in our community. 

Full Training will be Provided

Additional Information

• Must hold a valid UK Driving License 
• Must have access to a car
• Must have the Right to Work in the UK

Apply now and discover the incredible satisfaction of making a real difference with Home Instead Canterbury.

Company Description

Why just work when You Can Care?

**Full driving licence with access to a vehicle essential in order to support our clients to the fullest and must be available to work evenings and weekends **

Home Instead is the world's leading provider of non-medical care and companionship services for older people. With visits of one hour or more, award winning training and an excellent reputation we are immensely proud of the quality of care we provide.

· 5* Employer Award

· Rated No.1 in the Elite top 100 Franchises 2020

· Franchise of the Year Gold Winner in the British Franchise Awards

Job Description

We can offer you

• Award-winning, industry-leading training and competitive rates of pay
• Excellent wages of £13.25 per hour on weekdays and £14 per hour on weekends, double pay for bank holiday
• Paid Holiday
• Mileage & Travel time paid
• Refer a friend bonus - earn when you refer a friend
• 100's of online & in-store discounts to be used and enjoyed.
• Paid Face to Face training + Online Learning and Development programme.
• Paid meet & greet and shadow calls (prior to providing care)
• No uniforms
• DBS fully refunded
• 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.
• Blue Light discount card and Exclusive discount scheme
• Pension scheme
• 24/7 Confidential Employee Assistance Programme (professional advice, practical information, resources and counselling)
• Fully funded NVQ 2,3,4 & 5

Care Assistant responsibilities

Being a Care Assistant is a highly rewarding career where no two days are the same! With minimum 1 hour care visits and client matching, you have the time to provide high quality, person-focused care.

Duties can include:

• Companionship - ensuring a client enjoys regular and meaningful social interaction is an important part of your visit
• Help with everyday tasks such as; meal preparation and light housework
• Accompanying to appointments or shopping
• Personal care - supporting our clients with the essentials such as bathing, showering, dressing and grooming to keep them healthy and independent