Are you a morning person who loves starting the day with energy and a smile? Do you have a few hours to spare in the early part of the day and a genuine passion for helping others? Home Instead Marlborough & Test Valley is looking for compassionate, reliable individuals to join our team as Morning Care Assistants.
Location: Marlborough & Test Valley (Devizes, Pewsey, Marlborough, Amesbury, Andover, Tidworth, Larkhill, Ludgershall, and surrounding villages). Job Type: Part‑time. Hourly Rate: £13.00–£14.00. Shifts: Morning shifts, typically starting between 7:00 and 8:00, finishing around 14:00.
What You’ll Be Doing
* Morning Routine Support: Assisting clients with rising and getting ready for the day (e.g., washing, dressing, and grooming).
* Breakfast & Hydration: Preparing a nutritious breakfast and ensuring clients stay well‑hydrated throughout the morning.
* Medication Assistance: Helping clients take their morning and lunchtime medications accurately and on time.
* Lunch Preparation: Preparing a healthy midday meal or light lunch and providing assistance with eating where required.
* Light Housekeeping: Helping with basic tasks like making the bed, tidying the kitchen, or managing laundry to keep the home environment comfortable.
* Companionship & Outings: Offering emotional support and friendly conversation, or perhaps assisting with a short walk or a trip to the local shops.
* Ensuring Well‑being: Monitoring the safety and comfort of clients as they go about their daily activities, helping them feel secure and supported.
Qualifications
* Compassionate, kind‑hearted individuals with a genuine desire to help others.
* Ability to work a few regular hours in the morning, ideal for those seeking part‑time hours or wanting to work alongside other commitments.
* No prior experience in care is necessary – training will be provided.
* Must be reliable, trustworthy, and able to work independently.
* Access to own reliable transport, as many of our clients are located in rural areas.
* Ability to work alternate weekends is essential.
* Right to work in the UK, enhanced DBS check and references required.
* We currently do not offer visa sponsorship.
Benefits
* £13.00–£14.00 per hour.
* Paid travel time and mileage of 45 p per mile.
* Holiday entitlement: 28 days paid holiday.
* Full training provided – you will receive a care certificate and be paid for the training time.
* Ongoing one‑to‑one support and opportunities for career development.
* Employee benefits, including high‑street discounts on major brands.
* Referral bonus: £200 for each successful care assistant referral.
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