Care Assistant at Home Instead in Shrewsbury, England, GB

Company Description

Home Instead is the world’s leading provider of non-medical care and companionship for older people. With a minimum one-hour visit policy, award-winning training and a strong reputation, we pride ourselves on delivering compassionate, high-quality care.

We carefully match our Care Professionals with clients based on personality, hobbies and interests, helping to build meaningful relationships and lasting bonds of trust.

Established in 2013, our mission is to brighten the lives of older people by promoting independence, purpose and wellbeing. This role is key to ensuring our clients receive outstanding care while supporting the continued growth of our business.

What We Offer You:

• Pay from £16.15 per visit up to £18.15
• Paid travel & wait time + 35p per mile
• Full induction, training and ongoing mentoring
• Shadows / Introductions
• Refer a friend bonus - earn £200 once they have completed their probation
• Range of flexible shift patterns to suit your lifestyle
• Alternate weekends
• Access to FREE PPE / No Uniforms
• Supportive management with an open-door policy
• Reliable on-call support
• Reimbursed Blue Light Card Fee upon application
• Access to EAP - Health and Wellbeing Programme
• Additional Shopping Benefits with the BHSF Programme

Job Description

You will support clients to maintain their independence, dignity and quality of life, building meaningful relationships and helping them enjoy life to the fullest

Key Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and support with daily living activities
• Offer companionship and emotional support
• Assist with meal preparation and light housekeeping
• Support clients with medication, where trained and authorised
• Encourage independence and promote overall wellbeing
• Accompany clients to appointments, outings and social activities
• Build trusting relationships with clients and their families
• Maintain accurate care records and report any concerns
• Always respect clients' dignity, privacy and individual needs

Qualifications

• A caring, compassionate and reliable individual
• Friendly, patient and a good communicator
• Passionate about making a positive difference to people's lives
• Respectful of individual needs, choices and independence
• Able to work independently and as part of a team
• Previous care experience is desirable but not essential, as full training will be provided

Additional Information

This opportunity is only open to applicants who are local to the Shropshire area. Applications from outside the area will not be considered.

We do not offer sponsorship