Job Description
About the Role
As a Care Assistant, you'll support older adults in their own homes, helping them maintain independence and dignity. Your duties may include:
1. Personal Care – Support with hygiene, bathing, dressing, toileting and mobility
2. Meal Preparation – Preparing and assisting with meals
3. Medication Support – Helping manage medications
4. Companionship – Offering conversation and emotional support
5. Pet Care – Assisting with feeding and walking pets
6. Social Outings – Supporting clients with appointments and activities
Average Hours Contract Requirements
This is an average hours contract, which means:
7. You must be available to work during peak times – mornings, evenings, or a combination of both
8. Every other weekend working is required. A day off the following week of the weekend you worked will be put into your regular availability.
9. You must own a car and hold a valid UK driving licence
10. You will be required to work across our full service area, which includes Pewsey, Marlborough, Devizes, Andover, Amesbury, Tidworth, and the surrounding villages. However, we will always do our best to allocate care runs that are as close to your home as possible.
11. You must live within 20 miles of the SN9 postcode
Why Join Home Instead?
12. Paid travel time and wait time between clients
13. Mileage allowance of 45p per mile
14. Equivalent to:
15. £26,371.44 per year (based on a 40-hour contract)
16. £13,135.20 per year (based on a 20-hour contract)
17. 28 days paid holiday (pro-rata)
18. Paid Client introductions with a previous Care Assistant before your first visit
19. Fully funded training with opportunities to gain Diplomas and care qualifications
20. 24/7 support from a friendly and professional office team
21. Pension scheme
22. Employee recognition, reward schemes, and opportunities for career progression
What We’re Looking For
Experience in care is helpful but not essential – we provide full training. What matters most is that you:
23. Are compassionate, respectful, and genuinely enjoy helping others
24. Can commit to regular working hours including every other weekend
25. Are reliable, professional, and able to work independently
26. Live within a reasonable distance of our Pewsey office (SN9)
27. Have a car and a valid UK driving licence
Ready to Apply?
If you’re ready to make a real difference in your community, we’d love to hear from you.
📞 Call us on 01672 555560 or
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Qualifications
Additional Information
28. All roles are subject to an enhanced DBS check
29. We do not currently offer visa sponsorship
30. You must have the right to work in the UK
Home Instead is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all sections of the community and are committed to building a diverse workforce.