At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide compassionate care and support to older adults in their homes.
- Company: Home Instead, a leading provider of non-medical home care services.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, comprehensive training, and a supportive work environment.
- Other info: Flexible hours with opportunities for professional development.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of older adults while gaining valuable experience.
- Qualifications: Passion for care, strong communication skills, and reliability.
The predicted salary is between 14.6 - 14.6 £ per hour.
About This Role
Home Instead is seeking compassionate and reliable Care Professionals to join our team in Barnstaple.
As a Care Professional, you will provide non‑medical services to help our clients remain comfortably and safely in their own homes, enhancing their quality of life with dignity, pride, care, and compassion.
This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of older adults in our community.
Responsibilities
- Uphold and reflect the core values of Home Instead.
- Provide companionship and engaging activities to promote mental and emotional well‑being.
- Assist with personal care tasks such as bathing, dressing and toileting with sensitivity and respect.
- Prepare nutritious meals and assist with feeding as needed.
- Provide medication support where needed.
- Perform light housekeeping duties to maintain a clean and safe living environment.
- Document daily activities and promptly report any significant changes in a client’s needs or condition to the appropriate supervisor.
Requirements
- Genuine passion for providing care and support to older adults.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Reliable and punctual with a strong work ethic.
- Must be able to pass a DBS check and provide satisfactory references.
- Access to reliable transportation is essential.
- Experience in caregiving is desirable, but not essential as full training will be provided.
- Available to start at 8 am.
Benefits
- Competitive hourly rate: £13.40 – £14.60 per hour.
- Comprehensive training and ongoing professional development opportunities.
- Supportive and friendly work environment.
- Opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of others.
- Employee Assistance Programme.
About Us
Home Instead is a leading provider of non‑medical home care services for older adults.
We are committed to providing the highest quality care that enables our clients to live independently and comfortably in their own homes.
Our Care Professionals are the heart of our organisation, and we are dedicated to providing them with the support and resources they need to succeed.
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Care Professional - Barnstaple employer: Home Instead Limited
Home Instead is an exceptional employer, dedicated to providing a supportive and nurturing environment for Care Assistants in the Oldham area. With flexible full-time and part-time contracts, enhanced pay rates, and comprehensive training opportunities, we prioritise employee growth and well-being. Our culture fosters compassion and teamwork, ensuring that every team member feels valued while making a meaningful impact in the lives of those we care for.
