Care Assistant / Support Worker
Job Title: Care Assistant
Reference Number: HCPA004228
Company Name: Home Instead Watford
Shifts Available: Mornings , Evenings , Days , Nights , Weekends
Location: Borehamwood, Bushey, Bushey Heath, Carpenders Park, Croxley Green, Hatfield, Kings Langley, Mill End Rickmansworth, Moor Park, Northwood, Oxhey, Rickmansworth, South Oxhey
Type of Care Provider: Support at Home
Supporting individuals with: Dementia , Older Adults , End Of Life
Pay/Salary: £13.50 - £15.00 Per Hour
Hours of Work: 0-30 Hours Per Week - 08:00 - 21:00
Driving Required: Yes
Contract Type: Full Time Contract, Part Time Contract, 0 Hours Contract
Do you have a compassionate heart and a desire to provide exceptional care to seniors? Do you want to give a helping hand back into our elderly community?
At Home Instead, you'll have the opportunity to provide top-notch care and support to our clients, helping them live their best lives every day. Whether you have experience or are just starting your career in care, if you have a heart for helping others, we want to hear from you!
We are currently seeking caring and dedicated individuals to join our team as a Care Assistant; for day, evening and weekend shifts. This role will involve you playing a crucial role in supporting seniors with their daily activities, promoting their well-being, and providing companionship.
What You'll Enjoy as Our Care Assistant:
- Competitive Pay: £13.50/hour on weekdays, £15/hour on weekends, £15/hour in the evenings.
- Guaranteed Income Contract – steady income for a fixed number of hours each month.
- Mileage Compensation: 45p per mile.
- Stable Hours: Full-Time and Part-Time positions with guaranteed monthly pay.
- Minimum 1-Hour Visits: Ensuring quality time with clients.
- Local Shifts: Reducing your travel distance, and we cover mileage.
- Comprehensive Training: Great induction for new Care Assistants and ongoing support.
- Supportive Environment: A dedicated office team and a circle of happy Care Assistants.
- Career Growth: Support for NVQ qualifications and internal promotion.
- Referral Scheme: £300 for referring friends with an easy-to-use app to track points.
- Benefits: Paid holidays and pension for all staff.
Care Professional Academy Rewards include:
- Hertfordshire based Rewards
- Student Discount Packages
- Access to a Student Card - usually exclusive to university students!
- Care Professional Rewards: Discount codes, cashback and savings on over 800 UK retailers including Sainsbury’s, Argos, Boots, Marks & Spencer, Tesco, John Lewis/Waitrose, Apple, Pizza Hut and many more.
- Discounts on travel including bus ticket discounts, reduced servicing, and car leasing.
Your Role and Responsibilities as a Care Assistant:
- Assist clients with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, and grooming
- Provide companionship and emotional support
- Help with meal preparation and medication reminders
- Assist with light housekeeping and errands
- Support clients with mobility and physical activities
- Maintain accurate records of care provided and report any changes in clients' conditions to the appropriate team members
- Build strong, trusting relationships with clients and their families
What We Look For in You, Our Care Assistant:
- Adaptability and a personable nature.
- Genuine willingness to prioritise the well-being of others.
- Valid UK Driving Licence and access to a vehicle for work.
- Legal right to work in the UK.
