Care Assistant

Job description

Company Description Home Instead has arrived in Thornbury, Yate and Dursley – and we couldn't be more excited!As a trusted, award-winning home care provider with over 260 offices across the UK, we're proud to be named the Leading Provider of Home Care in the 2024 Leaders in Care Awards, and the most recommended home care provider by Homecare.co.uk.With over 10 years of experience managing two successful Home Instead branches in Wiltshire and Oxfordshire, we're now bringing our high-quality, person-centred care to your community – and we're looking for compassionate, reliable and caring people to join us as Care Professionals. We have immediate need around Thornbury and Yate initially, so if you're located near there that would be ideal.Job Description At Home Instead, we do things differently. We believe care should never be rushed, and relationships should be at the heart of everything we do. That's why our visits are always at least one hour long, giving you the time to provide truly personal, quality care.Our Care Professionals are carefully matched with clients and introduced in advance, ensuring familiarity, trust, and continuity. At one of our other branches, one of our team members had supported the same client for over 10 years – something we're incredibly proud of!Every day is different, but your role could include:Providing companionship and emotional supportPreparing meals and helping with daily routinesAssisting with medication and personal careSupporting clients living with conditions such as dementia or those recovering from a strokeYou'll help people continue living safely and comfortably in the place they know best – their own home .Additional Information Don't worry if you don't have previous care experience – our Care Skills Academy offers industry-leading training, mentoring, and qualifications to help you become an exceptional Care Professional.What We Offer: Competitive pay from £12.50 – £25 per hourPaid travel time at £12.21 per hourMileage at 35p per mileFree Blue Light Card for national discountsAccess to our Care Skills Academy — training, mentoring, funded qualifications and clear career progressionWellbeing Hub with resources on mental health, menopause, sleep, nutrition and moreRegular, consistent clients and the time to deliver care you're proud ofRecognition and reward — because you care for our clients, and we care for you!What We're Looking For: Warm, empathetic and dependable individuals with a passion for helping othersRegular availability covering either mornings, lunchtimes, tea times or evenings – part-time or full-timeAged 18 or overDriver with access to your own vehicle, as we cover a rural areaSome weekend availabilityJoin a team that's redefining home care – where kindness, time and trust truly matter.Apply today and one of our friendly team will be in touch. Find us on Facebook to learn more about our new Thornbury, Yate & Dursley team.Please note: This is a UK-based role. Offers of employment are subject to candidates having the right to work in the UK.

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Thornbury

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