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Care Assistant

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We are currently seeking committed Care Professionals who reside in the Helensburgh, Cardross, Arrochar and Garelochhead areas. Due to the nature of our business evening and weekend work is expected.

Duties may include:

  • Companionship - ensuring a client enjoys regular and meaningful social interaction is an important part of your visit
  • General Housekeeping
  • Accompanying to appointments, social events or shopping
  • Personal care - supporting our clients with the essentials such as bathing, showering, dressing and grooming to keep them healthy and independent

Being a Care Professional is a highly rewarding career where no two days are the same. We won't lie, some days can be tough but the good days...they're really good! With minimum one hour care visits and client matching, you have the time to provide high quality, person-focused care.

Who we are looking for:

  • Applicants with a kind, compassionate heart who want to make a true difference to the quality of life for our clients
  • Flexibility towards work schedules to include evenings and alternate weekends
  • Organised, flexible and reliable with excellent time-keeping
  • Good communicator
  • Team Player
  • Professional
  • Applicants ideally should have a driving license and access to a vehicle although other methods of transportation may be acceptable and given due consideration depending on the needs of the client and their location.
    • No qualifications or experience necessary; full training provided.
    • Compassionate, reliable, and good communicator with a passion for supporting people.
    • Desire to make a positive difference in the local community.

    We encourage applications from all sectors of the community as we want to reflect the neighbourhoods in which we work. Here at Home Instead we work as a team and are always here to help each other out. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults and expect all staff to share this commitment. This role is subject to PVG checks (costs reimbursed after 3 months of successful employment).

    Be part of the Home Instead community and work with friendly like-minded people who share your values. Whether you already have experience in the care sector or are looking for a new career, we would love to hear from you!

    HICP202505

    What this role involves

    General background for care worker roles. This listing’s own employer, location, pay and hours are shown above.

    • Do routine checks of weight, temperature and blood pressure
    • Notify senior staff of any concerns over clients' health and wellbeing
    • Keep client records and care plans up to date
    Typical pay (UK)
    £20,000 starting · £25,000 experienced
    Typical hours
    35 to 45 a week
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    Career background: National Careers Service · Open Government Licence v3.0

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