Care Assistant

Job description

Home Instead Northwich are the leading provider of in‐home care 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.

You don't need to have a background in care, just a desire to help others as all training is provided!

All we do ask is that you hold a full UK driving licence and have access to your own transport. You will also need to live within 15 miles of Northwich.

Job DescriptionYou MUST live in or around the Northwich area and drive to be considered for this role!

Would you like to work in a supportive and rewarding role between 6 to 30 hours per week? then this may be the job for you!

At Home Instead Northwich, we can offer the following benefits:

Competitive pay of £13.75– £14.75 per hour, with double time on bank holidays

Mileage paid up to 45 ppm

Fully funded DBS and pre‐employment checks

Variety of shift patterns available

All calls are a minimum 1 hour, where we match you with clients for continuity

In‐person introductions to all new clients

Paid Training – full onboarding programme where we provide award‐winning training

All ongoing training and e‐learning is fully paid

Enhanced company pension scheme

Employee referral bonus programme – £250 per referral

Free Employee Assistance Program designed to support all aspects of your life!

Regular company events designed to help colleagues connect and meet

Take advantage of our office facilities during the day - with free refreshments to enjoy between calls

Shift patterns: Morning shifts 08:00am–14:00pm or Late shifts 15:30pm–21:30pm. You will be required to work alternative weekends.

As a home carer for our clients, you will support with the following:

Supporting clients with daily tasks, such as companionship and home help

Assisting clients with a variety of personal support

Supporting them to travel to routine appointments and days out

Prompting/supporting them to take their medication(s)

Building a supporting relationship with clients and their wider family

Documenting when you have completed your tasks

Providing feedback to support the client's ongoing person‐centred care

Qualifications

Have a caring nature

Willingness to make a difference in someone's life

A can‐do attitude and strong work ethic

Full UK driving licence and access to your own private vehicle

Work as part of a team but also complete lone working

Great time keeping

No prior care experience is needed – full training will be provided

Additional InformationIf you want to make a difference, then send over your CV. We can't wait to talk to you about the difference you can make to someone's life!

You must have the right to work in the UK, as this role does not offer visa sponsorship

Job Types: Full‐time, Part‐time, Permanent

Company events

Company pension

Referral programme

Do you currently live within 15 miles of Northwich?

Do you require sponsorship to be able to work?

Do you have access to your own personal transport, not public transport?

If you have no previous care experience, please indicate why you are applying for the role?

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Northwich

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