Care Assistant

Qualifications

While experience is always valued, we can train and bring you up to the required skills level very quickly. So even if you have no prior experience or qualifications you can still join the Home Instead team with a willingness to learn.

Must have a means of transport as clients are predominately 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 onboarding training provided with personal and professional development opportunities, including the opportunity to enrol in NVQ L2 or L3.
• Continuity of visiting the same clients regularly, and supported introductions with new clients.
• 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 hours options are offered to the right candidate. 

Are you ready to become a Care Assistant and give back to the local community in Gloucester? Visit www.homeinstead.co.uk/gloucester to learn more about us, or call our office on 01452 341975.

Company Description

Home Instead Gloucester and The Forest of Dean provides support to elderly clients in their own homes throughout the area. We are looking for kind and compassionate home care assistants to join our dedicated team to provide care to clients in and around Gloucester. Working in care is incredibly rewarding and we're proud of everything our Care Assistants do to benefit the lives and wellbeing of our clients.

Job Description

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

• Companionship and wellbeing support.
• Supporting your client with everyday tasks from meal preparation to light housework.
• Accompanying your client to the shops or appointments to support them in their local community.
• Helping with dressing, washing or bathing.
• Supporting with the administration of medication.

At Home Instead, we value the amazing work our Care Assistants do every day. In order 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 one-hour calls - 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.
• Pension Scheme.
• Employee referral bonus program - sign a friend up and receive an exclusive bonus.
• Mileage reimbursement - paid separately.