Care Assistant – Make Every Visit Count
Location: Bedford
Salary: £14.50 – £15.50 per hour + mileage allowance
Hours: Full-time / Part-time / Flexible shifts available
Shift Times: 07:00–14:00 or 16:00–22:00 (hours can be flexible). Must be available to work every other weekends.
Start Date: Immediate starts available, as long as on boarding is passed.
Company: Home Instead Bedford (recruiting via Mash)
Do you want a job where you can make a real difference every day?
Join Home Instead Bedford, where you’ll support individuals in their own homes to live independently, comfortably, and with dignity. Whether you have care experience or are new to the sector, you’ll receive full training and ongoing support to help you succeed.
Your Role as a Care Assistant As a Care Assistant, you’ll be at the heart of someone’s day, providing care that’s personal, meaningful, and built on trust.
Your daily responsibilities may include:
Helping clients with personal care such as washing, dressing, and toileting
Supporting medication routines and health needs
Preparing meals and assisting with light housework
Offering companionship and emotional reassurance
Encouraging independence and promoting wellbeing Every visit gives you the opportunity to make someone’s day brighter.
Why You’ll Love Working With Home Instead Bedford We believe that great care starts with great people — and that means you.
Here’s what you can look forward to:
£14.50–£15.50 per hour + mileage allowance
Access your pay before payday with our Pay App
Paid, high-quality training and shadowing
Employee assistance programme for your wellbeing
Recognition for long service and dedication
Minimum 1-hour visits – no rushed calls
No uniform – so you can be yourself
Private clients – delivering care that’s truly personal
Opportunities to progress and grow your career What You’ll Need You don’t need previous care experience — just kindness, reliability, and a genuine desire to help others.
To join our team, you'll need:
A full UK driving licence and access to a car
The right to work in the UK
Good communication skills and a caring nature
A flexible, can-do attitude Apply Today If you’re ready for a career where you’re valued, supported, and make a real difference, we’d love to hear from you