Position Overview & Specifications
At Home Instead we are known for the award-winning, high-quality care that we provide. Care Assistants within Home Instead are known as Care Professionals, their care & support enables our clients to live independently & happy in their own homes.
We match you to clients personalities and interests, so you can develop a friendship with regular clients.
Looking for a new career can be daunting, but with Home Instead it all starts with a friendly chat and don't worry if you have no experience as we will train and support you.
Many of our Early Bird Caregivers come from various backgrounds, in particular, people from retail and hospitality, have fitted perfectly into our relationship led care. The most common feedback we get is "I wish I had done this years ago!"
Qualifications
You do not need any experience or particular qualifications to become a Care Professional. However, it would be useful to have some experience of working in a care setting or interacting with older people. This could be personal experience of caring for a family member or voluntary experience. You will have a passion for supporting others and pride yourself on delivering an outstanding service. You will be reliable, trustworthy and respectful. You will enjoy building professional friendships and comfortable in spending time in the company of others.
For this role, a full driving licence and access to a vehicle are required.
Additional Information
- Competitive pay
- Paid mileage and paid travel time
- Work close to home
- Career progression with continuing education
- Paid Annual Leave equivalent to 5.6 weeks (pro-rata to hours worked) including Bank Holidays
- Workplace Pension
- Staff discounts
- Referral Bonus Scheme
- Recognition Awards