Care Assistant: Training, Mileage Pay, & Growth Path

Job description

New to Care or already experienced in care? We'll Help You Shine!Join Home Instead East Hampshire & Midhurst — rated Outstanding in Caring — and start a career where kindness matters more than experience. We'll give you full training and support to help you make a real difference every day.Area of work : Hedge End and Surrounding areasCar drivers with a valid licence & access to own vehicle (REQUIRED)Job Description What we offerPaid mileage between client visitsOngoing paid training & development: £12.25 per hourEarn while you learn through supervised shadowing (£12.25 per hour)Supportive management and a friendly team environmentCareer progression opportunities — including roles as Senior Care Professional£200 Referral Bonus – Refer a friend who starts work and get rewarded!Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Support for your wellbeing Time-and-a-Half Pay on Bank Holidays – Extra pay for your holidays up to £21per hour!All new Care Assistants complete 2 days of training to prepare for their role, followed by ongoing support and development. You'll also receive specialist training, including dementia care, to help you grow and deliver the highest quality care.Morning availability (essential)At least 2 evenings per week (essential)Availability every other weekend (essential)Car drivers with a valid licence & access to own vehicle (REQUIRED)What You'll Be Doing:Personal Care & Daily Tasks: Assist clients with bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, meals, medication reminders, and mobilityComfort & Well-being: Deliver care respectfully, maintain privacy, monitor health, and enhance clients' quality of lifeCompanionship & Emotional Support: Provide friendly interaction, engage in activities, and reduce lonelinessPromoting Independence : Encourage clients to do tasks they can manage, support safe mobility, and foster self-confidence at homeQualifications Qualifications:Compassion & Empathy: A warm, approachable personality with the ability to connect meaningfully with older peopleProfessionalism: Dedicated and responsible, with a genuine passion for delivering the highest quality of careCommunication Skills: Positive outlook and ability to communicate clearly in written and spoken EnglishEligibility: Right to work in the UKMobility: Full UK driving licence & access to a vehicle, as travel between client visits is requiredAdditional Information Love helping others and want a career that truly matters? Join our caring team at Home Instead East Hampshire & Midhurst and start making a real difference today!Car drivers with a valid licence & access to own vehicle (REQUIRED)

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Hedge End

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