Care Assistant

Care Professional – Home Instead Make a Real Difference Every Day At Home Instead, we believe that exceptional care starts with exceptional people. As a Care Professional , you'll play a vital role in helping older adults and vulnerable individuals live safely, comfortably, and independently in their own homes. If you're compassionate, reliable, and passionate about making a positive impact, we'd love to hear from you.

About Home Instead

Home Instead Reading and help make every day better for someone in your community.

Responsibilities

• You'll Do As a Care Professional, you will: Provide high-quality, person-centred care and companionship in clients' own homes.
• Support clients with personal care, including bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting where required.
• Assist with meal planning and preparation, medication reminders, light housekeeping, and other daily living activities.
• Build meaningful relationships with clients, promoting independence, dignity, and wellbeing.
• Follow and contribute to personalised care plans tailored to each client's individual needs and preferences.
• Communicate effectively with clients, their families, and healthcare professionals to ensure the highest standard of care.
• Maintain accurate and timely care records, reporting any changes in a client's health or wellbeing.
• Travel between clients' homes to provide scheduled care visits.
• We're Looking For We're looking for caring individuals who are dependable, professional, and committed to delivering outstanding care.

Requirements

• A compassionate, caring nature with a genuine desire to support others.
• Excellent communication skills, both spoken and written English.
• A full UK driving licence.
• Access to a reliable vehicle for travelling between client visits.
• Consistent weekly availability, including some evenings and/or weekends.
• Do you have access to a reliable vehicle?

Preferred

• Previous experience in home care, domiciliary care, healthcare, or a similar caregiving role.

Benefits

• Knowledge of person-centred care and care planning.
• What We Offer Full-time and part-time opportunities.
• Flexible working hours (12–40 hours per week).
• Company pension scheme.
• Employee referral programme.
• Ongoing training and career development.
• A friendly, supportive team that values and appreciates your work.
• The opportunity to make a meaningful difference in your local community every day.
• What is your postcode?

Full-time, Part-time Expected Hours: 12–30hours per week

• If you're someone with patience, kindness, and a big heart, we'd love to hear from you. We'll teach you everything else.
• Our Care Professionals Award-Winning Training & Full Support No experience?
• No problem.
• You’ll receive full, accredited paid training , along with ongoing one-to-one mentoring to help you feel confident and supported in your role from day one.
• & Development We support you every step of the way, with clear opportunities to progress and build a long-term career with Home Instead .
• Enjoy 28 days of paid holiday including Bank Holidays and a flexible schedule designed to fit around your lifestyle.
• Access to our company pension scheme, mileage allowance, and guaranteed hours A Supportive, Respectful Environment Join a caring and compassionate team where you are valued and supported.
• You’ll make a real difference in people’s lives—every single day.
• Home Instead Reading At Home Instead Reading, we believe there's no place like home.
• As a multi-award-winning home care provider, we are dedicated to helping older adults live safely, independently, and comfortably in the place they know and love most.
• Our Care Professionals provide personalised, relationship-led care that enhances quality of life while giving families peace of mind.
• We pride ourselves on delivering exceptional care with compassion, dignity, and respect.
• We're looking for caring, reliable, and passionate individuals to join our friendly and supportive team.
• Whether you're new to care or have previous experience, we'll provide all the training and support you need to build a rewarding career.
• Why Join Home Instead? 🌟 Award-winning training and ongoing career development. 🤝 A welcoming, supportive team that values and appreciates you. 💙 The opportunity to make a genuine difference in people's lives every day. ⏰ Flexible working patterns to fit around your lifestyle. 📈 Opportunities to progress and grow within the organisation. 🏡 Meaningful work that helps people remain independent in the comfort of their own homes.
• If you're looking for a rewarding career where compassion, kindness, and quality care come first, we'd love to hear from you.

Working Pattern Availability may include

Monday to Friday Evenings Night shifts Weekend availability Weekend-only positions Application Questions Please answer the following when applying: Do you hold a full UK driving licence?