Care Assistant – Evening Carer (Basildon, Wickford and Benfleet).

Company Description

Home Instead Basildon covers Basildon, Wickford, Benfleet and Rayleigh. We are rated CQC Good.

If you’re looking for a profession where you can bring your caring personality to work and change lives, look no further. We’re looking for Care Professionals who are available for evening visits, or have access to reliable transportation as some of our clients require accompanying to Doctor’s visits etc.

Job Description

Care Assistant Benefits:

• Pay rates - from £12.20 to £13.20 per hour, plus £24.40 enhanced bank holiday rates.
• Types of hours available - Evenings 
• Minimum 1 hour calls – so you have the time needed with client
• Employee referral bonus programme - £100 for referrals 
• Mileage  - paid separately
• Training - fully paid award winning training and ongoing support, with genuine career development opportunities such as access to specialist training/ qualifications [eg. City & Guilds]
• Employee assistance programme - available 24/7 details/ other health plans.
• Exclusive discounts scheme – at supermarkets, utility providers and more

Care Assistant responsibilities:

Being a Care Professional is a highly rewarding career where no two days are the same! With minimum 1 hour care visits and client matching, you have the time to provide high quality, person-focused care.

Duties can include:

• Companionship - ensuring a client enjoys regular and meaningful social interaction is an important part of your visit
• Help with everyday tasks such as; meal preparation and light housework
• Accompanying to appointments or shopping
• Personal care - supporting our clients with the essentials such as bathing, showering, dressing and grooming to keep them healthy and independent

Qualifications

Driving license & reliable transport.

Experience in care - desirable

DBS on the update system - desirable

Additional Information

Be part of the Home Instead community and work with friendly like-minded people who share your values. Whether you already have experience in the care sector or are looking for a new career, we would love to hear from you!  Click apply today or call us at 01268 733820 to learn more.