Company DescriptionHome Instead is the world’s leading provider of non-medical care and companionship services for older people. With minimum visits of 1-hour, award-winning training and an excellent reputation, we are immensely proud of the quality of care we provide. We match our Care Professionals to our clients based on mutual interests and hobbies to help build bonds of trust enabling us to provide personalised support.We are seeking reliable, friendly and trustworthy individuals to join our growing team working across North Ayrshire. Job DescriptionCare Assistant – Irvine and surrounding areasPay: £13.50 per hour | Double time on bank holidays | Mileage 33p to 45p/mile | Part-time, flexible hours | Driving licence and own vehicle requiredWhy care with us, not just any agencyMost home care visits elsewhere are 15–30 minutes — rushed, task-only, in and out. Every visit with us is a minimum of 1 hour, so you actually have time to make a difference, not just tick a box. We match you to clients based on shared interests and hobbies, so you're building real relationships in your own local community, not seeing a different stranger every day.If you've got a kind heart and reliable transport, we'll teach you everything else. What you'll be doingCompanionship – chats, trips out, time that mattersGeneral housekeeping – cooking, cleaning, helping a home feel like homeNon-medical personal care, with full training providedNo experience needed. We just need you to care.What we offer£13.50 per hour, weekly payDouble time for bank holidays33p to 45p per mile fuel contributionFully funded SVQ Level 2 Health & Social Care qualificationIndustry-leading, award-winning training from day one24/7 Employee Assistance ProgrammeEmployee discount schemeCompany pensionReferral bonus schemeReal career progression – many of our senior staff started exactly where you are nowQualifications What we're looking forCompassionate, reliable, and a good communicatorSomeone who wants to make a genuine difference to an older person's life, locallyA full driving licence and access to a vehicle (essential for getting between client visits across the area – other transport arrangements considered only in exceptional circumstances)This role is subject to an enhanced PVG check, as you'll be working with vulnerable adults. Additional InformationApplicants must have a driving licence and access to a vehicle although other methods of transportation may be acceptable and given due consideration depending on the needs of the client and their location.We encourage applications from all sections of the community as we want to reflect the areas in which we work. Home Instead is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. This role is subject to enhanced PVG.