Job description
Home Instead Bedford provides bespoke person-centered care and puts the needs of the client at the focus of everything we do.
We are an awarding winning care provider with amazing training opportunities and progression within the company.
Our office was established in 2014 and our mission is to be the most trusted and admired home care provider of choice in Bedford and treat all with dignity and respect.
What our Care Team say about working for Home Instead.
- We have time to spend with our clients and make a real difference.
- We are supported well with our role and are provided training to expand our skill set.
- We are matched to our clients to ensure we provide the highest quality care possible.
We Want You to Join Our Team.
We are seeking individuals who have a kind and compassionate heart and who are ready to complete our FREE award-winning training so they can provide the best in-home care to vulnerable adults around our local area.
As a Home Care Assistant, we will offer you:
Free award-winning, industry-leading training and competitive rates of pay
Wages of £12.50 to £13.50 per hour
Refer a friend bonus – earn when you refer a friend (Unlimited)
Paid travel time and mileage to 30p pm
20 days holiday a year plus 8 bank holidays (pro rata)
Matching you to clients based on similar interests and hobbies to help you and your client enjoy your time together
Minimum visits of one hour so there is plenty of time to complete tasks and get to know your client
A variety of shifts available.
Recruiting in: Bedford, Cranfield, Bromham, Elstow, Wootton
Duties will include:
Home Help & Light Housekeeping. Help Clients Maintain Their Independence by Assisting Them With Household Chores
Personal Care. Help Your Client Get With Mobility or to Get Ready to Start or Finish Their Day, Assistance with Bathing, etc.
Companionship. Keep Your Client Company or Take Trips Around The Local Area That You Will Both Enjoy.
Other Support. From Medication Reminders, Help with Shopping and Other Support
We will provide you with:
Great Pay & Benefits
We understand that the current cost of living is high and work towards supporting our care professionals as much as possible. We offer enhanced rates on weekends & double pay on bank holidays as well as offering benefits to our employees.
A Rota That Works for You & Our Clients
Whether you want to work weekends only or have a few hours to spare in the mornings, we will agree on a schedule that works for you and our clients in your area.
Award-Winning Training & Support
Home Instead have been awarded multiple times for the sector-leading training they continue to develop. City & Guilds have accredited our Dementia & Alzheimer's training.
Carefully Match You to Clients in Your Local Area
We pride ourselves on matching Care Professionals to clients in their local area so you share some of the same hobbies and interests, making it easier for both you and the client to work together.
Career Progression Opportunities
Our award-winning training allows for individuals who are interested in progressing into management positions and other parts of the business.
Diversity & Inclusion Guarantee
Everyone in the Home Instead family is treated with respect, whether a coworker, franchise owner, care professional or client. We want a world where everyone is treated fairly, cared for, and valued. We appreciate our varied and multicultural staff so we can all flourish at work.
Click apply to complete your application, or call us at 01234 868820 to learn more.
THIS ROLE REQUIRES THAT THE APPLICANT RESIDES IN THE UK AND HAS THE RIGHT TO WORK IN THE UK. We are not sponsoring VISA applications at this time.