Care Assistant at Home Instead in Northwich, England, GB

Company Description

Home Instead Northwich is the leading provider of in home care services for older people. With minimum visits of one hour, award winning training and an excellent reputation we are immensely proud of the quality of care we provide.

You don't need to have a background in care, just a desire to help others as all training is provided!

All we do ask is that you hold a full UK driving licence and have access to your own transport. You will also need to live within 15 miles of Northwich.

Job Description

You MUST live in or around the Northwich, Knutsford, Tarporley, Holmes Chapel and Sandbach area and drive to be considered for this role!

You are required to provide care for our clients who live in Northwich, Knutsford, Tarporley, Holmes Chapel, Sandbach and surrounding areas.

Would you like to work in a supportive and rewarding role between 6 to 30 hours per week? then this may be the job for you!

At Home Instead Northwich, we can offer the following benefits:

• Competitive pay of £14.25 Monday to Friday 8am until 6pm & £15.25 after 6pm and Weekends, with double time on bank holidays
• Millage paid up to 45ppm
• Fully funded DBS and pre-employment checks
• Variety of shift patterns available
• All calls are a minimum 1 hour, where we match you with clients for continuity
• In person introductions to all new clients
• Paid Training – full onboarding programme where we provide award winning training
• All ongoing training and e-learning is fully paid
• Enhanced company pension scheme
• Employee referral bonus programme - £250 per referral
• Exclusive high street discounts scheme
• Free Employee Assistance Program designed to support all aspects of your life!
• Regular company events designed to help colleagues connect and meet
• Take advantage of our office facilities during the day - with free refreshments to enjoy between calls

Shift patterns : Morning shifts 08:00am-14:00pm or Late shifts 15:30pm-21:30pm. You will be required to work Alternative weekends

For those looking for additional hours, there are opportunities to work on other days and shifts, subject to availability and your preferences.

Whether you’re looking for part-time hours or would like to build up to a larger schedule, we’d love to hear from you.

As a home carer for our clients, you will support with the following:

• Supporting clients with daily task, such as companionship and home help
• Assisting clients with a verity of personal support.
• Support them to travel to routine appointments and days out
• Prompt/support them to take their medication(s)
• Build a supporting relationship with clients and their wider family
• Document when you have completed your tasks
• Provide feedback to support the client’s ongoing person-centred care

Qualifications

• Have a caring nature
• Great communication skills
• willingness to make a difference in someone's life
• A can-do attitude and strong work ethic
• Full UK driving licence and access to your own private vehicle
• Work as part of a team but also complete lone working
• Great time keeping
• No prior care experience is needed - full training will be provided

Additional Information

If you want to make a difference, then send over your CV. We can't wait to talk to you about the difference you can make to someone's life!

You must have the right to work in the UK, as this role does not offer visa sponsorship

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company events
• Company pension
• Referral programme
• Store discount

Application question(s):

• Do you currently live within 15 miles of Northwich?
• Do you require sponsorship to be able to work?
• Do you have access to your own personal transport, not public transport?
• If you have no previous care experience, please indicate why you are applying for the role?

Licence/Certification:

• UK Driving Licence (required)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Willingness to travel:

• 100% (required)

Work Location: On the road