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Care Professional – Meopham and surrounding areas - 16 hours per week

Home Instead Senior Care

Meopham

On-site

Full time

30+ days ago

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Job summary

An established industry player in home care is seeking dedicated Care Professionals who are compassionate and committed to providing high-quality care. This role involves a variety of responsibilities, from personal care to companionship and specialist dementia care, allowing you to build meaningful relationships with clients. With a focus on training and support, this position offers an excellent opportunity for those looking to start or advance their career in care. Join a team that values your contributions and helps you make a difference in the lives of families in your community.

Benefits

Double pay for bank holidays
Travel pay
Fuel allowance
Comprehensive training

Qualifications

  • Compassionate nature and dedication to high-quality care.
  • Full UK Driving Licence and willingness to travel required.

Responsibilities

  • Provide companionship and personal care to clients.
  • Assist with mobility, medication, and meal preparation.
  • Travel to clients in the local area for home visits.

Skills

Compassionate Care
Personal Care
Dementia Care
Housekeeping
Meal Planning

Education

Enhanced DBS Check
Full UK Driving Licence

Job description

Company Description

  • Monday- Friday 9.15 pm start 15.30 finish (One alternative weekend day cover).
  • £12.50 - £13.00 per hour. £13.00 weekend rate.
  • Additional £11.44 travel pay (paid when travelling between clients).
  • Double pay for bank holidays.
  • 30p per mile fuel allowance.
  • You will require a full UK Driving Licence and Vehicle for this role.

We’re looking for Care Professionals who are kind and compassionate and are dedicated to delivering the highest standard of care. Providing continuity to both Client and Care Professional means you will see the same Clients every week, with minimum 1-hour visits enabling you to build a relationship and a routine in the comfort of their home focused on quality of life. We've helped tens of thousands of families through every imaginable situation, with home care that is truly personal to them.

Job Description

From simple housekeeping to companionship, personal care, and dementia care, we always add our personal touch. As a Home Instead Carer you will be trained to deliver all services to your client.

  • Companionship.
  • Home help and housekeeping.
  • Personal care.
  • Respite care.
  • Specialist care.
  • Dementia care.
  • Assisting with mobility.
  • Assisting with medication.
  • Meal planning and preparation.
  • Accompanying to and from appointments.
  • Shopping and external activities.
  • Working remotely from home travelling to clients in the local area.

Whether you have experience in care or are just starting out, you will find unparalleled support, training, and guidance to help you establish and progress your career in care.

Qualifications

Offers are subject to:
• Application & interview process
• Assessment training (in-house 1 day & home learning)
• Full enhanced DBS (you will receive payment for this after 3 months service)
• Full UK driving licence & business cover insurance
• One day on alternative weekends to cover your clients.
• Willingness to travel across towns & villages in Northwest Kent.

Additional Information

If you feel this could be a next career move for you, then please do call us today and speak to the team about opportunities we have for you! Our offices are based in Halstead, Kent covering the following areas: BR5, DA14, BR8, DA4, DA3, DA13, TN15, TN14. Call today on 01959 546228 or email your CV to recruitment@shoreham.homeinstead.co.uk

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