Care Assistant Oakham – Breakfast or Tea times
* Part-time
* Date Advert Closes: 14 January 2026
Kind? Friendly? Compassionate? Here’s what that truly matters. At Home Instead we are a great company to work for - we make sure that our caring staff get the time to build fabulous relationships with our clients. As the leading local care provider of relationship led care, (rated Outstanding in all five areas by CQC) we take care to match care professionals to clients and provide the highest quality of care to help our clients continue to live safe, well, and independently at home. It means having time to chat too!
We are seeking kind, friendly, compassionate and reliable people to join our domiciliary care team. You will support our clients in their own homes to maintain independence, dignity, and quality of life. This role is ideal for someone who is caring, patient, and committed to delivering high-quality person-centred care.
Must have a full UK driving licence and use of your own car
Responsibilities
* Help clients to start their day, or settle for the evening, assisting with their personal care routines and any medication prompts.
* Contribute to a homely environment by helping with light household chores and breakfast or supper preparation.
* Maintain transparent communication with clients and families, enjoy providing first-class care and comfort.
Benefits
* Great rates of pay £14.00ph plus mileage etc for mornings 7am to 9am and evenings 5pm onwards.
* Double pay on public holidays.
* Comprehensive induction and ongoing award‑winning training.
* Opportunities for career progression and qualifications.
* Friendly supportive management and great team culture.
* Paid mileage/travel time on top of your visit times.
* 12% holiday pay on top of your regular earnings.
* Employee benefits – fully funded and paid training time, care professional workshops, Blue Light discount card savings.
* Enhanced DBS paid for by us.
* Earn up to £30.00 per hour alongside mileage reimbursement.
* We offer a range of contracts from zero hours to full time depending on your needs and availability.
Skills and Qualities Required
* Compassionate, patient, and committed to high-quality care.
* Good communication skills and ability to build trust with clients and families.
* Reliable, punctual, and able to work independently.
* Willingness to travel between clients’ homes - driving licence with access to your own car needed for home visits, grocery shopping and taking clients out to appointments and fun outings.
* Happy to follow instructions, care plans, and procedures.
We are looking for candidates who can work weekdays between 7am-9am or 5pm – 10pm and 2 out of 4 weekends each month.
A job with us is extremely rewarding! Join a team that values connection, purpose, and the impact you make every single day. So, if you enjoy spending time with other people and want to know more about a part time early evening role or early mornings with us, we would love to hear from you!
Applicants must be UK resident; we cannot offer sponsorship. You will need a driving licence and a car. This role is subject to DBS enhanced disclosure and reference checks.
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