Care Assistant

Company Description

Home Instead Oxford is a trusted, well-established home care provider, dedicated to helping older adults stay safe, well, and independent in the comfort of their own homes. We proudly support clients across Oxford, Kidlington, Witney, Carterton, Burford, and the surrounding villages - delivering personalised, compassionate care right where it’s needed most.

Job Description

At Home Instead, we're growing and we are looking for new Care Assistant's to join our team and be there to provide our clients with the outstanding care and support they deserve!

We are looking for friendly and caring Care Assistant's to support our clients living across the Oxford & Kidlington areas as well as the villages around and between. 
We have a variety of hours available including mornings, evenings & weekends so there is something to work around your needs and commitments. 
As a Care Assistant with us, we want you to build real, strong relationships with those you support and so you will always visit regular clients with a minimum of 1 hour. 

This role will suit someone looking for a few hours a week. 

Some of the benefits of becoming a Care Assistant with us:

• £13.45 hour during the week and £14.20 per hour on the weekend
• £26.90 per hour on a bank holiday
• Paid mileage & travel time between visits
• Regular clients and minimum 1 hour visits
• Full, paid 'Client specific' training through our Brand New Care Skills Academy
• We'll get you through your Care Certificate over your first few weeks
• Clear career pathways & qualifications (NVQs)
• Pension scheme and holiday pay
• Referral bonuses – get rewarded for helping us grow our team and client base
• Access to your pay before payday
• Free Blue Light Card and discounted fuel
• Be part of a supportive, close-knit team with ongoing support
• Build lasting relationships with clients and their families
• No experience required - we will provide you with all the tools you need to succeed
• Opportunities to meet other Care Assistant's on the team regularly - you are not on your own!

As a Care Assistant, the role will be varied with no 2 days the same! Our Care Assistant's provide valuable companionship to those who may be lonely, support with washing and dressing, help with mobility in and outside the client's home, medication support, meal preparation and light home help tasks. 

Due to the nature of the role, we need you be be aged 18 or over and a full driving licence and access to a vehicle is desired. 
We also require an alternate weekend working (both Saturday & Sunday).

Your visit would change someone’s life – and bring you real purpose, pride, and connection.
Apply today and we will be in touch with you!
Find out more about us here: https://www.homeinstead.co.uk/oxford/

Please note: This is a UK-based role and an offer of employment is contingent on candidates having the right to work in the UK 

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