Care Assistant
- Part-time
- Date Advert Closes: 11 July 2025
Company Description
💚 Have you got a few hours spare to support people in your local community? Join Our Caring Team at Home Instead Southend 💚
We have some lovely clients in the Southend area that are looking for additional support. If you would like to make a real impact on someone’s life, ensuring they safe and happy at home, join our friendly team.
Care Assistant Benefits:
- Competitive pay: £12.50 - £14.00 per hour and double on bank holidays
- Paid travel time + mileage is 45p per mile
- Holiday pay + Pension scheme
- Employee Assistance Program - available 24/7
- Refer a friend scheme - cash award
- Minimum of 1hr visits - so you have enough time with the client
- Award winning training - fully paid
- Exclusive discounts scheme – at supermarkets, utility providers + more
- Health Cash Plan
- Workbuzz 5* Employer Award - 4th year running!
- Flexible Working
As a Care Assistant you are expected to:
- Be kind and compassionate.
- Have access to reliable transport to support taking clients into the community.
- Have good communication skills and be reliable.
Job Description
The role is varied and will include some of the following tasks:
- Companionship - meaningful social interaction is a key part of your role
- Assist with maintain personal hygiene
- Meal preparation
- Medication support
- Picking up prescriptions, shopping, home help
- Accompanying clients to appointments or social events.
What we do:
- We will provide award winning training.
- You will receive ongoing support and training.
- You will be Introduced to clients and complete shadow shifts where appropriate.
- This is a zero-hour contract which allows you to have flexibility with your hours.
Qualifications
You don't need qualifications to care! Our clients are looking for a friendly face and someone with a kind, compassionate nature who wants to help keep them safe and happy while living independently in their own homes.
Additional Information
If you're interested in joining a team that truly values its people and provides high-quality, person-centred care, contact us today on 01702 382348 or click to apply.
Join us at Home Instead Southend and help change the face of ageing – one visit at a time.
Join our team and be the reason someone smiles today!
Subject to clear DBS and References.