Care Assistant

Care Assistant – £13.00–£13.25ph + Mileage

Taunton & Local Villages - Part-time & Full-time

We’re proud to be an award‑winning home care provider rate outstanding by CQC.

What We Offer You:

£13.00 an hour on weekdays & £13.75 on weekends PLUS DOUBLE PAY on Bank Holiday.  Mileage paid at 0.45p per mile.  Morning shifts (8am-2pm) – great around study, childcare or another job

• Holiday pay, pension scheme and wellbeing support scheme
• Free PPE and full induction training
• Ongoing learning, NVQ/QCF qualifications and clear progression routes
• Refer a Friend Scheme

As a Morning Care Assistant, Support Worker, HCS or Home Carer you’ll be supporting older adults with their morning routines, providing reassurance and helping them feel safe at home.

Key Tasks

• Personal care (washing, toileting, dressing for bed)
• Giving medication support and support with mobility
• Preparing light meals, drinks and snacks
• Offering companionship and conversation at the end of the day
• Recording simple care notes after each visit
• Taking clients out into the community for socialising or appointments

Ideal Candidate

Essential:

• A valid Category B driving license is a genuine occupational requirement for this role due to the need to travel between remote sites where public transport is unavailable.
• Willing to complete an Enhanced DBS
• You have the right to work in the UK (we do not offer any form of Sponsorship)

Desirable:

• Level 4 English and IT literate
• A desire to genuinely help other people and make a difference
• Resilient, reliable, proactive with a can-do attitude

Additional Information

What happens next?

• As soon as you apply, one of our friendly recruitment team will be in touch with you within 24-48 hours
• We will arrange an interview with you
• If you’re successful, you can be working with us ASAP

Congratulations! You’ll then be part of our fantastic care team here at Home Instead

Apply now to start your care journey with us