Care Assistant

Company DescriptionWe have opportunities to become part of an amazing team helping vulnerable people live their lives as independently as possible. Offering Contracts 20 & 25 hours per week. Home Instead Poole is An OUTSTANDING care company that is family run, who have a passion for making a difference and ensuring we provide high quality services to our clients, whilst also caring for our employees. We're looking for caring people to provide quality care within the local community,   You could be the next person who can really make a difference. We match every Care Professional to our clients based on mutual interests and hobbies to help build bonds of trust and enables us to provide personalised support.  Job DescriptionWhether you’re new to supporting people and fancy a career change, or have years of experience in care, you will receive the training and support you need to do your job well.   We are looking for carers who would like to work for a friendly, professional and long established organisation.   Responsibilities include:   Assisting with personal care   Light housework   Meal preparation   Companionship   Accompanying to appointments if needed   This job will allow you to make a real difference and find new levels of job satisfaction.   An hourly rate of £12.70 - £27.40 extensive benefits such as paid weekends, Bank Holidays and mileage allowance at 0.25p -0.45p per mile you can combine your passion for social work with the security of regular work.   We've been providing care for over three decades and you will feel at home with all of the family values we provide. With a large majority of our managers promoted from within, you can be assured that we recognise talent   Qualifications• Be a kind, caring person with great listening skills, empathy, a loving personality and the drive to make a difference in our clients’ lives  Requirements     • To be willing to work alternate weekends    • A car driver with access to your own vehicle and a valid drivers license.    • Previous experience is not essential as we provide extensive training to prepare you for the role.    • Good communication skills are required.    • Should have the right to Live and Work in the UK. We do not offer sponsorships to overseas applicants.    Additional InformationCare Professional Benefits!  Pension, plus holiday pay and paid mileage  Great Hourly Rates of pay (up to £13.70 for evenings & weekends) and double time bank holidays  Employee referral scheme of £200  Non-Uniform for a friendly and professional service  Paid introduction/shadowing calls - you will shadow an existing care professional, so you get to know the Clients.  Average hour (or guaranteed hours) contracts available  Employee benefits portal - with discounts at over 200 outlets!  Wellbeing - free of charge access to an independent and confidential Employee Assistance Programme. This gives Colleagues and their family access to 24/7 365 support for a whole range of issues including physical, mental, and financial issues.     Friendly and supportive management and office team.  Employee assistance program for your health and welfare  £400 paid towards your NVQ Diploma (optional)  £75 paid towards your VRQ's bonus (optional)  Blue Light Discount card eligibility  Opportunities for Career progression     If you're looking for work which is extremely rewarding and satisfactory and has a high degree of flexibility to meet our clients' needs, we would love to hear from you. Please click ‘Apply now’ or alternatively call the office for an informal chat on 01489 559007.  We encourage applications from all sections of the community as we want to reflect the neighbourhoods in which we work. Home Instead Senior Care 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.