Care Assistant - Ripon and Thirsk

Job description

Overview The role is UK based and the right to work in the UK will need to be established as part of the recruitment processHome Instead is the world's leading provider of non-medical care and companionship services for older people. With minimum visits of one hour, award winning training and an excellent reputation we are immensely proud of the quality of care we provide.We are looking for people with kind, compassionate hearts who want to join our team in Harrogate, Ripon and Thirsk as a Care Assistant or as we like to call you a Care Professional .We offer excellent support and benefits:We are a Real Living Wage EmployerGuaranteed hours- part time or full timeBirthdays are special, so your BIRTHDAY is a holiday£13.00-£14.00 an hour (depending on qualifications)Length of service pay increases and rewards24 hour/7 days management support and guidanceTravel Allowance paid between client visits at £12.00 an hourMileage Allowance at 40p a mile from HOME to HOMEPaid DBS CheckPaid Annual MOT CheckPaid Award Winning Training which is ongoing to support youRetail Discount Scheme to support you and your familyEmployee Assistance Wellbeing ProgrammeRefer a Friend Bonus schemeCareer development and progressionWe match our Care Professionals to our clients based on mutual interests and hobbies to help build bonds of trust which enables us to provide personalised support.Job Description You will have a passion for supporting others and pride yourself on delivering an outstanding service. You will be reliable, trustworthy and respectful. You will enjoy building professional friendships and be comfortable spending time in the company of others. We need fantastic people who have a 'can-do' positive attitude and who love working as part of a team.Our Care Professionals support our clients with everyday activities from assisting with bathing, grooming, dressing, meal preparation to shopping and having great conversations each and every day of the year.Qualifications Ability to treat and care for clients and their property with dignity and respectAbility to adapt to various living environments and locationsAbility to listen, communicate clearly and build relationships with clients and their families in a friendly and pleasant mannerWillingness to work and communicate professionally with Home Instead office teams and other social and health care professionalsRespect for people with different backgrounds and beliefs to your own and who may have a range of medical conditions.Willing to seek guidance when needed and follow instructionsExcellent time keeper who is organised and reliableAbility to adapt to change quickly and make common sense decisions at short noticeGood hygiene practice, including personal hygiene and a smart appearanceGood level of stamina and fitness to meet the physical demands of the jobThis role will require you to obtain an Enhanced Disclosure from the relevant bodyYou will need access to reliable transportYou must be residing in the areas of Harrogate , Ripon and thirskOurfully fundedtraining will provide you with all you need to know and we have a great support team in place. Please note that we require you to have access to reliable transport.Additional Information If you're interested in joining our team and you have a passion for caring and the motivation to help us achieve our ambitions, we would love to hear from you...Please click on 'I'm Interested' or alternatively, contact us on 01423 774490Home Instead is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. This role is subject to DBS enhanced disclosure.

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Ripon

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

26-05-2026

Profession type

Home Care Jobs

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English