Job Post: Specialist Home Care Assistant
Employer: Care South
Location: 4 Linen Yard, South Street, Crewkerne TA18 8AB
Pay: £12 – £14 per hour
Job Type: Permanent
Shift and Schedule: Weekend availability
Care South, a leading not-for-profit charity, is seeking dedicated Specialist Home Care Assistants to join our Somerset Care at Home team. This community-based role involves providing exceptional care to clients in their own homes across Crewkerne and the surrounding areas.
If you’re passionate about making a difference and have prior experience in a care setting, we’d love to hear from you! Start your rewarding journey as a Specialist Home Care Assistant today!
About the Role
We value our carers and offer a range of benefits, including:
- Free uniform, DBS check, and Life Assurance.
- Paid three-week induction and training period.
- Mileage allowance: 40p per mile.
- Sponsorship opportunities for candidates with 12 months of care experience and a UK driving licence.
Key responsibilities include:
- Supporting individuals to maintain independence in their own homes.
- Providing personal care such as hygiene, toileting, and dressing.
- Building clients’ confidence and aiding them in returning to independent living.
- Working between 7 am and 10 pm, including alternate weekends.
Benefits
Our Specialist Home Care Assistants enjoy:
- Competitive pay: £12.00/hour weekdays, £14.00/hour weekends.
- Enhanced rates on Bank Holidays.
- £500 ‘Refer a Friend’ bonus scheme.
- Blue Light discount card.
- Reward and recognition schemes.
- Career progression opportunities with outstanding training and qualifications.
- Access to the Employee Assistance Programme.
About You
We’re looking for individuals who:
- Have previous experience in a care setting (essential).
- Are flexible and willing to work alternate weekends.
- Hold a valid UK driving licence and have access to a vehicle.
- Possess strong attention to detail and reporting skills.
- Are capable of working both independently and as part of a team.
Work Environment
As a Home Care Assistant, you’ll work in various client homes, providing tailored care based on their specific needs. You’ll experience:
- A supportive and compassionate team environment.
- Varied tasks to enhance your skills.
- Opportunities to develop lasting relationships with clients.
Skills and Knowledge Required
- Compassion and empathy.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Knowledge of health and safety in caregiving.
- Ability to handle challenging situations calmly and professionally.
Education and Certification
- No formal qualifications required, but previous care experience is essential.
- An enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain one) is mandatory.
Who Can Apply?
UK citizens, permanent or temporary residents.
Candidates with or without a valid work permit (limited sponsorships available for eligible candidates).
How to Apply
Apply online via Company’s Website.
