Weekend Care Assistant
- Part-time
- Date Advert Closes: 12 December 2026
- Compensation: GBP 13.75 - GBP 16.50 - hourly
Company Description
(Drivers Required) – £14.00–£15.00 per hour – Warminster and Surrounding Areas/Villages
Location: Warminster UK
Pay: £14.00 – £15.00 per hour
Hours: Mornings, Lunch, Evenings and Weekend availability available!
Company: Home Instead
Make weekends matter - for you and someone else!
Looking for rewarding weekend work where you can genuinely brighten someone’s day?
At Home Instead, care is about people, laughter, companionship, and helping older adults stay happy and independent in the comfort of their own homes. Whether it’s sharing a cup of tea, helping someone get ready for the day, or simply being a friendly face, the little things you do can make a huge difference.
We’re currently looking for caring and dependable Weekend Care Assistants to support clients across Warminster and the surrounding areas.
Areas available for work are: Warminster, Gillingham, Shaftesbury, Sturminster Newton, Westbury, Trowbridge and more.
No previous care experience? That’s absolutely fine. If you’re kind, reliable, and enjoy helping others, we’ll provide all the training and support you need.
Join Home Instead and be part of a team where your efforts are valued. 96% of our Care Professionals say they’re proud to work here, 95% feel motivated to go the extra mile, and we’ve been recognised by the Financial Times as one of the UK’s top employers.
Job Description
As a Home Instead Care Assistant, you will be matched with a small group of regular clients in your local area, allowing you to build meaningful relationships and provide high-quality care.
Unlike many care providers, our visits are a minimum of 1 hour, meaning you have time to provide genuine support and companionship.
Your duties may include:
• Providing companionship and conversation
• Helping clients with morning and evening routines
• Supporting with personal care such as dressing or showering
• Prompting medication
• Preparing simple meals
• Light household tasks
• Accompanying clients to appointments, shopping or social activities
Pay & Benefits
• £13.75 – £16.50 per hour
• Paid mileage, travel and waiting time
• Flexible working hours available
• Industry-leading training and Care Certification
• Career progression opportunities
• Full PPE provided
• Employee benefits scheme
• Supportive and friendly local office team
Qualifications
What we’re looking for
• A full UK driving licence and access to a reliable vehicle
• Availability to work mornings, evenings and alternate weekends
• A caring, patient and reliable nature
• A willingness to support clients in Warminster and surrounding areas
Experience in care is helpful but not essential, as full training is provided.
Additional Information
Why Home Instead?
Home Instead is known for delivering outstanding care with warmth, respect, and companionship. We don’t just provide services, we build relationships.
We provide longer home visits, typically averaging around 80 minutes, allowing our Care Assistants to focus on companionship, dignity and independence, not rushing between clients.
(We also have weekday availability for anyone looking for overtime or wanting to increase their hours.)
If you’re a caring person who wants to be part of something meaningful while staying true to our values, we’d love to hear from you.
For further information, please call Yasmin on 01985 988282 for a friendly chat!
Please note that this position is subject to an enhanced DBS check. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer sponsorship at this time.