Carer

Home Instead · Taunton · £13/hr (stated in the posting)

Company Description

Carer - Full Training Provided - Taunton & Local Villages - Part-time & Full-time

We’re proud to be an award‑winning home care provider rate outstanding by CQC.

What We Offer You:

£13.00 an hour on weekdays & £13.75 on weekends PLUS DOUBLE PAY on Bank Holiday. Mileage paid at 0.45p per mile. Morning shifts (8am-2pm) – 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

Job Description

As a Care Assistant, Support Worker, HCS or Home Carer you’ll be supporting older adults with their routines, providing reassurance and helping them feel safe at home.

Key Tasks

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

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