Care Assistant – Weekend

🔥 58 minutes ago

🇬🇧 United Kingdom – Remote

⏰ Full Time

🟡 Mid-level

🟠 Senior

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Home Instead UK

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10,000+ employees

Founded 2005

🏥 Healthcare

Healthcare

Home Instead UK is a leading domiciliary care service provider that offers a range of personal and companionship care services to help older adults live independently in their own homes. With a commitment to providing quality, reliable care, Home Instead UK has built a reputation for matching experienced Care Professionals with clients, ensuring that they receive individualized attention and support tailored to their unique needs.

📋 Description

• Provide personalized, unhurried care to older adults in their own homes during weekends • Provide personal care assistance, including mobility support, bathing, and grooming • Prepare nutritious meals and beverages according to individual dietary needs and preferences • Maintain a clean, safe, and organized living environment • Offer companionship through conversation, activities, and emotional support • Assist with medication reminders and monitoring; training provided • Support light housekeeping duties and daily living activities • Document care provided using a secure, password-protected app • Travel between client homes in Leigh and surrounding areas • Respond to client needs with patience, empathy, and professionalism • Follow individualized care plans and maintain confidentiality

🎯 Requirements

• Legal authorization to work in the United Kingdom • Valid full driving license with access to reliable personal transportation • Excellent English communication skills, both verbal and written • Compassionate and caring personality with genuine interest in helping others • Physical capability to assist clients with mobility and personal care tasks • Strong reliability and punctuality, particularly for weekend scheduling commitments • Ability to work independently while following established care protocols • Flexibility to adapt to varying client needs and weekend schedules • Willingness to complete background checks and obtain DBS clearance • Basic understanding of health and safety procedures in home care settings • Previous care experience preferred but not required; comprehensive training provided • Commitment to maintaining professional boundaries and client dignity • Role subject to DBS enhanced disclosure and references • Must be available for weekend shifts: mornings and lunches 06:45–15:00, or afternoons/evenings 16:00–22:30; times can vary • Sponsorship is not offered at this time

🏖️ Benefits

• Industry leading training • Great rates of pay • Excellent support • Flexible work to meet clients' needs