Home Instead
Home Care Assistant
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Company Description
Home Instead serves the following communities:
- South Norfolk: Thetford, Brandon, Attleborough, Long Stratton, East Harling, Old Buckenham
- East Suffolk: Southwold, Leiston, Aldeburgh, Saxmundham, Framlingham, Halesworth, Bungay, Harleston and surrounding areas
We are a family-run care provider that places our team and clients at the centre of everything we do. We offer a rewarding career where you can use your caring personality to make a genuine difference in someone’s life.
About the Role
We are recruiting Home Care Assistants for a variety of care visits. This dynamic role requires flexibility, reliability, and access to your own transportation.
Key aspects of the role include:
- Ensuring 1-hour minimum visits to provide high-quality, person-centred care
- Client matching to create meaningful support relationships
- Varied duties such as companionship, light housework, meal preparation, personal care, and accompanying clients to appointments or shopping
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This role is ideal for individuals with or without prior experience in the care sector.
Responsibilities
As a Care Professional & Home Care Assistant, your responsibilities will include:
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Companionship
- Providing regular, meaningful social interaction for clients
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Supporting Everyday Tasks
- Assisting with meal preparation and light housework
- Help with ergonomy and organisation tasks
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Assisting with Outings & Appointments
- Accompanying clients to shopping or medical appointments
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Personal Care Support
- Assisting with essential activities such as bathing, showering, dressing, and grooming
- Helping maintain clients’ health and independence
Benefits
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Competitive pay:
- £13.50 per hour (weekdays) – guaranteed minimum
- £14.00 per hour (weekends)
- Enhanced bank holiday pay: £20.25 per hour
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Flexible working options:
- Part-time (minimum 10 hours per week)
- Full-time roles available
- Guaranteed contracts for stability
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Financial and practical support:
- Paid mileage, travel, and waiting time (reimbursed separately)
- Fully funded training
- Award-winning induction
- Ongoing development, including access to recognised qualifications (e.g., City & Guilds)
- Paid DBS check
- Free pool car access for work-related travel
- Coverage of annual vehicle MOT
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- Support and development:
- Clear career progression with opportunities to advance and specialise
- 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme for confidential support
- Discounts scheme offering savings on essentials like supermarkets, utilities, and more
Additional Information
- Join a supportive and like-minded community dedicated to valuing both clients and employees.
- No prior experience required; all welcome.
- Connect with fellow care professionals who share your core values.
Closing date for applications: 30 September 2027
Compensation: £13.50–£20.25 per hour
For more information, visit Home Instead or contact them directly.
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