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Care Assistant (Morning 8am-2pm/Evening 4pm-10pm)

Home Instead

Yeovil, England, United KingdomPosted 14 days agoFull-time

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Company Description Yeovil & Local Villages | Morning Shifts 8am-2pm/Evening shifts 4pm-10pm | Part-time & Full-time We’re proud to be an award‑winning home care provider, celebrated as the Best Social Care Company and recognised as a 5‑Star Employer for the past three years. What We Offer You: £13.30 an hour on weekdays & £14.10 on weekends PLUS DOUBLE PAY on Bank Holiday. Mileage paid at 0.45p per mile when you have a client with you. Morning/Evening shifts – great around study, childcare or another job Holiday pay, pension scheme and wellbeing support scheme Free PPE and full induction training Ongoing learning, NVQ/QCF qualifications and clear progression routes Refer a Friend Scheme Access exclusive employee discounts with a wide range of UK retailers, including discounted gym memberships, family days out, MOTs, servicing and more Build strong connections through our regular Care Professional coffee mornings Benefit from a dedicated mentoring scheme designed to support all new team members Stay informed and engaged with our monthly company newsletter Take advantage of convenient on-site free parking If you're motivated by helping others and creating strong professional connections, you'll find genuine job satisfaction in a role where client relationships are at the heart of what we do. Job Description As a Care Assistant, Support Worker, HCS or Home Carer you’ll be supporting older adults with their evening routines, providing reassurance and helping them feel safe at home. Key Tasks Morning/evening personal care (washing, toileting, dressing for bed) Giving medication support and support with mobility Preparing light meals, drinks and snacks Offering companionship and conversation at the end of the day Recording simple care notes after each visit Taking clients out into the community for socialising or appointments Ideal Candidate Essential: A valid Category B driving license is a genuine occupational requirement for this role due to the need to travel between remote sites where public transport is unavailable. Willing to complete an Enhanced DBS You have the right to work in the UK (we do not offer any form of Sponsorship) Desirable: Level 4 English and IT literate A desire to genuinely help other people and make a difference Resilient, reliable, proactive with a can-do attitude Additional Information What happens next? As soon as you apply, one of our friendly recruitment team will be in touch with you within 24-48 hours We will arrange an interview with you If you’re successful, you can be working with us ASAP Congratulations! You’ll then be part of our fantastic care team here at Home Instead Apply now to start your care journey with us

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