Care Professional Ruddington (Part-Time)

Company Description

Home Instead is the world’s leading provider of non-medical care and companionship services for older people. We are proud of our excellent reputation, award-winning training, and commitment to delivering high-quality, person-centred care.

With minimum visits of one hour, we focus on building meaningful relationships. We carefully match our Care Professionals with clients based on shared interests and hobbies, helping to build trust and provide truly personalised support that allows clients to remain independent in their own homes.

Job Description

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Home Instead East Nottingham is currently recruiting Part-Time Care Professionals, with the main demand in the Ruddington area. While most calls will be local to Ruddington, travel to other areas may be required.

You will provide high-quality care and companionship to clients in their own homes, including:

• Offering companionship and engaging in conversation

• Stimulating and encouraging clients through activities such as hobbies, crafts, and clothing selection

• Monitoring diet and eating (where required)

• Assisting with personal care including bathing, dressing, grooming, continence care, and eating and drinking

• Providing medication reminders and administering medication

• Supporting mobility, including assistance with walking

• Accompanying clients to appointments, social events, and outings

• Providing dementia and Alzheimer’s care

• Offering respite and convalescence care

• Running errands, collecting prescriptions, and helping with shopping

• Helping with travel arrangements and overseeing deliveries

• Performing light housekeeping tasks

• Planning, preparing, and clearing away meals

• Assisting with pet care and supervising home maintenance

Qualifications

Qualifications & Skills

We are looking for caring, dependable individuals who can demonstrate:

• A kind, compassionate approach and commitment to dignity and respect

• Excellent communication and listening skills

• Respect for people from different backgrounds, beliefs, and medical conditions

• Flexibility and ability to adapt to different environments and changing situations

• A professional approach when working with the Home Instead office team and other health and social care professionals

• Reliability, organisation, and excellent timekeeping

• Good hygiene practices, smart appearance, and physical stamina

Please note: We are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.

Essential requirements:

• A full UK driving licence with access to your own car

• Class 1 business insurance

• Willingness to undergo an Enhanced DBS check

Additional Information

WE OFFER

• £13.50 per hour, rising to £16.50 per hour at weekends

• Paid mileage

• Paid DBS

• Paid MOT contribution up to £50 (after six months’ employment)

• Ongoing training and career development

• Earn £200 in Vouchers with our Refer-a-Friend Bonus.

• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

• Access to the Blue Light Card discount scheme

• If you’re looking for a rewarding part-time role where you can make a real difference, apply today and become part of the Home Instead team.

This role is subject to DBS enhanced disclosure and suitable professional references.