Home Instead
Home Care Assistant
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Company Description
Home Instead Charnwood prides ourselves for delivering the best quality, relationship-focused care. We prioritize safe, high-quality, person-centred care that enables clients to remain independent, respected, and comfortable within their own homes. We place the individual at the heart of everything we do and tailor care to meet each client’s unique needs, preferences, and routines.
Job Description
Location: Loughborough, United Kingdom
Job Type: Part-time / Live-in / Waking Nights
Pay Rate: £13 - £14 per hour for hourly care | Live-in rates discussed separately
Role Purpose
We are currently looking for Care Professionals, Care Assistants, Carers, and Domiciliary Care Workers to support clients across Loughborough and the wider Charnwood area. We are particularly looking for people who are available for:
- Live-in Carers
- Waking Night Care - Every other Saturday support
- Hourly Morning and evening home care visits
Whether you are looking for regular care work, additional hours, or a role providing more dedicated support to an individual, we would love to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist clients with personal care, including bathing, dressing, and toileting
- Provide companionship and emotional support
- Support clients with mobility and medication prompts
- Prepare meals and assist with light household tasks
- Support clients to maintain their independence and daily routines
- Provide attentive support during waking night shifts
- Follow individual care plans and report any changes in a client's needs
- Maintain accurate care records and visit notes
- Work safely and follow company policies, safeguarding, and health and safety procedures
- Attend required training, meetings, and ongoing development sessions
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Availability
We are particularly interested in Care Professionals who can offer:
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Hourly Home Care
- Morning visits, starting from 8:00am, paid at £13 per hour
- Evening visits, finishing at 10:00pm, paid at £14 per hour
- Weekend visits, paid at £14 per hour
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Live-in Care
- Live-in care opportunities supporting clients in their own homes
- Providing companionship, personal care, and support with daily routines
- Live-in arrangements and rates discussed as part of the recruitment process
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Waking Nights
- Waking night support for clients who require assistance throughout the night
- Remaining awake and available to provide support when required
- We are particularly looking for availability to support clients every other Saturday
Requirements
- A caring, compassionate, and reliable nature
- Previous care experience is desirable but not essential
- Based in Charnwood or surrounding areas
- A full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle is essential for community-based care
- Ability to obtain appropriate Class 1 Business Motor Insurance for work-related driving
- Flexible and reliable availability
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with clients
- Willingness to complete all required training
- Full right to work in the UK
- Digitally and technologically proficient
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Benefits
- Competitive pay
- Flexible hours and a variety of care opportunities
- Live-in care opportunities
- Waking night opportunities
- Paid training and ongoing professional development
- Supportive office and management team
- Mileage paid from 35p per mile for eligible travel
- Opportunity to make a real difference in your local community
- Recognition for long-term commitment, including awards and gifts
If you're passionate about supporting older adults and want a rewarding role where you can make a genuine difference, we'd love to hear from you.
Qualifications
- A full UK driving licence and access to your own car is essential.
- Full Rights to work within the UK
Compensation: GBP 13 - GBP 14 per hour
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