Weekend Care Assistants

Qualifications

• Driver Essential
• Have the Right to work in the UK.
• Prior care experience is desired but not essential.
• We are looking for kind and compassionate individuals to join our Home Instead team. Whether you have direct experience in care or are just starting out, we provide industry-leading training to all our Care Assistants to help you make a positive impact on others.

Additional Information

If you have a passion for caring and the motivation to help us achieve our ambitions, we would love to hear from you. Contact us on 01382 722321 or apply online to start your new, rewarding career in 2025 with Home Instead Dundee & South Angus.

We encourage applications from all sections of the community as we want to reflect the towns and villages in which we work.

Home Instead is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults and expects all staff to share this commitment, therefore this role is subject to enhanced criminal record checks.

Company Description

Home Instead is the world's leading provider of personal care and companionship services for older people. Our Care Assistants, are the heart and soul of Home Instead. This is to allow individuals to lead fulfilled lives in their familiar surroundings where they feel safe and comfortable in the place they call home, with visits being 1 hour minimum.

We do not offer sponsorship.

Job Description

We are recruiting for compassionate Weekend Care Assistants to join our amazing team!

*Driving license essential with access to a vehicle*

*Must have the right to work in the UK - We do not offer sponsorship*

Hours

• Saturday and Sunday: Between 7:30 AM - 1:00 PM
• Saturday and Sunday : Between 4pm - 10pm
• Expectation of working every weekend

Responsibilities

• Carry out minimum 1-hour visits.
• Provide introductions to all clients.
• Focus on person-centred care by building strong relationships to understand clients' needs and preferences.
• Personal care: Support clients with everyday routines such as showering, dressing, grooming, ensuring they remain healthy and independent.
• Medication support: Assist clients with their medication needs.
• Companionship: Ensure clients have social interactions daily by engaging in conversations, completing activities of their choice, and accompanying them to appointments or shopping.
• Home help: Assist with everyday tasks such as tidying, laundry, vacuuming, and meal preparation/cooking.

Benefits

• Rate of pay: £13.00 per hour.
• Mileage contribution.
• Paid travel time.
• Continuity of clients.
• Auto-enrolment pension scheme.
• Full training provided, with opportunities to develop your career through award-winning training.
• Employee Assistance Programme: Access to employee support lines.
• Exclusive discounts: High street stores, supermarkets, and Blue Light Card discounts.
• Team social events: Social activities, drop-ins, and ongoing support.

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Our only requirements are

• A caring nature and the desire to make a positive difference.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Flexibility, reliability, and adaptability to meet our clients' needs.
• A driving license & access to a reliable vehicle.
• Have the right to work in the UK.