Care Professional – Home Care

Job DescriptionAre you kind, reliable and looking for work where you can genuinely make a difference to someone’s life?Home Instead Westminster & City of London is looking for caring and dependable people to join our team of Care Professionals, supporting older people to remain safe, independent and comfortable in their own homes.We believe good care should never feel rushed. That is why our visits are a minimum of two hours, giving you the time to get to know your clients properly, build trusted relationships and provide the standard of care you would want for your own family.Whether you already have experience in care or are considering care work for the first time, we would be pleased to hear from you.What does a Care Professional do?Every client is different, but your role may include:Providing companionship and conversationSupporting clients with personal care, including washing and dressingPreparing meals and drinksSupporting clients with medication in accordance with their care planHelping clients move safely around their homeAccompanying clients to appointments, shopping or social activitiesHelping with light housework and everyday tasksObserving changes in a client's wellbeing and reporting any concernsBuilding positive and trusting relationships with clients and their familiesMost importantly, you will help someone continue to live life on their own terms.QualificationsWho are we looking for?You do not necessarily need previous care experience.We are looking for people who are:Kind, patient and compassionateReliable and punctualComfortable spending time with older peopleGood listeners and confident communicatorsAble to work independently while being part of a supportive teamWilling to provide personal care when requiredFlexible and able to work some evenings and/or weekendsCommitted to providing a high standard of careYou must have the legal right to work in the UK.Additional InformationWhy join Home Instead?£14.50 per hourMinimum 2-hour client visits – no rushed 15 or 30-minute callsA regular monthly schedule so you can organise your lifeFull-time and part-time opportunitiesRegular and consistent clientsDaytime, evening and weekend work availablePaid holiday and workplace pensionComprehensive induction and ongoing trainingSupport towards care qualifications and career developmentA friendly and experienced local office teamOpportunities to progress within the organisationMeaningful work where you can see the difference you make

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