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Care Assistant / Support Worker

Job Title: Weekend Care Assistant
Reference Number: HCPA003815
Company Name: Home Instead East Hertfordshire and Uttleford
Shifts Available: Weekends
Location: Bishops Stortford, Broxbourne, Hadham Ford Little Hadham, Hertford, Hoddesdon, Sawbridgeworth, Ware
Type of Care Provider: Support at Home
Supporting individuals with: Dementia , Older Adults , End Of Life , Learning Disability , Mental Health , Physical Disability , Sensory Impairment , Epilepsy , Neurological Conditions
Pay/Salary: £12.75 - £13.75 Per Hour
Hours of Work: 12 Hours Per Week - Shifts: 09:00 - 14:00 / 17:00 - 22:00
Driving Required: Preferred
Contract Type: Part Time Contract

About the Company

 

It`s hard to find rewarding, local part-time jobs. Here at Home Instead, that is what we can offer you! Start a rewarding career that makes a difference in people’s lives.

As a Home Instead Care Assistant, you will make a genuine difference by supporting clients to live independently to live in their homes.  

 

 

Why should I apply for this Weekend Care Assistant job?

 

  • From £12.75 to £13.75 per hour (depending your qualifications) 

  • Overnights available

  • Every other weekend OFF if you would like too 

  • Free DBS

  • Paid Mileage  

  • Paid Training  

  • Additional City and Guilds Accredited Dementia training  

  • Wellness programme with access to health care and counselling plus discounted health and dental cash plans available for yourself and family members 

  • Pension  

  • Generous refer a friend scheme 

 

 

What does this Weekend Care Assistant job involve?

  • Accompanying clients to appointments and social events.
  • Prepare healthy meals and snacks.
  • Pick up a prescription, go shopping for essentials, and do other errands.
  • Carry out light housework, laundry, or ironing.
  • Provide medication reminders.
  • Assist clients getting out of bed in the morning or into bed at the end of their day.
  • Running a bath or shower and being close by in case they need assistance.
  • Assisting with dressing & undressing and personal care if required.
  • Above all, be the person who shows friendliness, warmth, and empathy. 

 Leading to a nationally recognized Certificate of Care once completed. We would love to hear from you if you are.

Additional Information

Home Instead is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. 

This role is subject to DBS Enhanced Disclosure and satisfactory references. 

 

Am I the right person for this Weekend Care Assistant job?

 

No experience necessary! We offer Award Winning training which is comprised of a mixture of e-learning from home and in-house workshops.

  • An excellent timekeeper who is organised and reliable.
  • Compassionate and kind.
  • A good listener, able to communicate clearly and build relationships.
  • Also please note that for this role you will need to live within a 20-mile radius, within The East Hertfordshire.