Home Instead
Care Assistant (Morning/Evening)
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Care Assistant (Morning/Evening)
Company Description
Taunton & Local Villages | Morning/Evening shifts | Part-time & Full-time
We’re proud to be an award‑winning home care provider, celebrated as the Best Social Care Company and recognised as a 5‑Star Employer for the past three years.
What We Offer You:
- £13.30 an hour on weekdays & £14.10 on weekends PLUS DOUBLE PAY on Bank Holiday.
- Mileage paid at 0.45p per mile with a client.
- Morning and Evening shifts great around study, childcare or another job.
- Holiday pay, pension scheme and wellbeing support scheme.
- Free PPE and full induction training.
- Ongoing learning, NVQ/QCF qualifications and clear progression routes.
- Refer a Friend Scheme.
Job Description
As an Care Assistant, Support Worker, HCS or Home Carer you’ll be supporting older adults with their evening routines, providing reassurance and helping them feel safe at home.
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Key Tasks
- Personal care (washing, toileting, dressing for bed).
- Giving medication support and support with mobility.
- Preparing light meals, drinks and snacks.
- Offering companionship and conversation at the end of the day.
- Recording simple care notes after each visit.
- Taking clients out into the community for socialising or appointments.
Ideal Candidate
Essential:
- A valid Category B driving license is a genuine occupational requirement for this role due to the need to travel between remote sites where public transport is unavailable.
- Willing to complete an Enhanced DBS.
- You have the right to work in the UK (we do not offer any form of Sponsorship).
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Desirable:
- Level 4 English and IT literate.
- A desire to genuinely help other people and make a difference.
- Resilient, reliable, proactive with a can-do attitude.
Additional Information
What happens next?
- As soon as you apply, one of our friendly recruitment team will be in touch with you within 24-48 hours.
- We will arrange an interview with you.
- If you’re successful, you can be working with us ASAP.
- Congratulations! You’ll then be part of our fantastic care team here at Home Instead.
Apply now to start your care journey with us.
Date Advert Closes: 25 December 2027
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