Care Assistant - Yatton & Congresbury

Company DescriptionJob DescriptionAwarded 5 Star Employer by Workbuzz for 2023/24Rated 9.9 out of 10 for Quality Care Services on homecare.co.ukDo you want to work with a team that genuinely values you and the work you do?We are seeking enthusiastic and caring people to join our home care assistant team in Yatton and Congresbury.This is a part time position, but could progress to full time if desired. You will have the same, regular Clients each week, ensuring you get to form bonds and enjoy each other's company.We are looking for individuals to work from 8am, but we have various hours available day, lunch time and evening. You tell us when you can work, and we will provide clients during these times.As a home care assistant, you will be visiting people in their own home to help them with all elements of their daily routines and provide meaningful companionship at the same time. This may also involve providing personal care care assistance.We offer:Pay rate of £13 - £14.80 per hour.Double pay on Bank Holidays.Paid travel time plus paid mileage.A range of guaranteed hours contracts available e.g.: 12, 16, 30 hours p/week. Or zero-hours to suit your availability.Your pay, whenever you need it - take a portion of your pay early, no need to wait until payday.Paid holiday, even on a zero-hour contract.Paid training and shadowing.DBS fee paid (after a qualifying period)Regular working pattern with the same Clients.24/7 on call support and a friendly and supportive office team.Regular team meetings, training updates and support visits.Free qualifications such as NVQ diplomas and Level 2 certificates in a variety of topics PLUS fully funded City & Guilds qualification in Dementia.Free access for you AND your family to our Employee Assistance Programme.Employee of the month recognition, staff appreciation schemes and regular staff social events.Access to our Home Instead benefits including discounts in high street shops, restaurants, on holidays, and much more.Refer a friend bonus scheme and company pension.This is a fantastic, rewarding role and you will really be making a difference to someone's life.QualificationsThe right candidate for the home care assistant role will need to be available some weekdays, plus every other weekend. Guaranteed hours contracts are available (e.g.12, 16, 30 hours p/week), as well as a standard zero hours - which can be discussed at interview. Contract options will be based on your availability. No previous care assistant experience is needed, just your natural caring qualities. We will support you with full training, shadow shifts with a Team Leader and introductions to all you new clients.Having a full, UK driver's licence and your own car is essential due to some tasks that may be involved like shopping trips, taking to appointments etc. To cut down on travelling, you should live in, or very close to Yatton & Congresbury.We provide free ongoing learning and development opportunities such as the Care Certificate, Health and Social Care diplomas and an extensive range of distance learning courses.Additional InformationWe encourage applications from all sections of the community as we want to reflect the neighbourhoods in which we work. Home Instead is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. The home care assistant role is subject to DBS enhanced disclosure.The home care assistant role is UK based and the right to work in the UK will need to be established as part of the recruitment process.