Home Instead is the world’s leading provider ofnon-medicalcare and companionship services for older people. With minimum visits of one hour, award winning training and an excellent reputation we are immensely proud of the quality of care we provide. We match our Care Professional's to our clients based on mutual interests and hobbies to help build bonds of trust and enables us to provide personalised support.
Job Description
Join Home instead Solihull and let’s change the face of ageing!
We believe there is no place like home, and you will be joining a team that is dedicated to enhancing the lives of the people we care for.
What makes Home Instead different?
* Continuity of care, you will see the same clients at the same times on a regular basis.
* We have a companionship focus; we encourage you to build a relationship with each client
* We aim to match you to local clients, who we think you will get on with. So, you are spending more time with your clients and not in the car.
* We guarantee the minimum of an hour visit, giving you time tocare!
* We always give you at least 15 minutes travel time, no rushing required.
* Whether you have just started or have been with us for years, you will be introduced to every new client.
* Home Instead’s goal is to support our clients to remain in their own homes for as long as possible, you will join this mission by providing support and promoting their independence, enabling them to stay where they are happiest.
Your journey with us-
* A combination of classroom and online training before you start to prepare you for life with us.
* You will have an assigned mentor for your first three months, offering advice and guidance.
* A shadow plan in place for your first week on the job with experienced care assistant.
* Provided with all of your own PPE and kit including bag when you start, keeping yourself and your clients safe.
* Partake weekly covid testing, to give you peace of mind.
* You will be joining a highly supportive team, with a dedicated individual for Carer wellbeing.
* Out of hours support always available.
* Ongoing training opportunities, including City & Guilds in Dementia training, End of Life training and Parkinson’s training.
* Access to NVQ qualifications after your first year.
* Very real progression opportunities, half of our office team started their career here as a Care professional.
* Recognition for length of service.
* Confidential employee assistance programme.
* Various rewards and recognition throughout the year.
Requirements -
Due to the community nature of the role, it is essential that you are a driver with access to your own vehicle.
* Commitment, continuity is important to us so you will be able to commit to ongoing work on a long-term basis.
* Big heart, you are known as the one who is always there for others. Your kindness and compassion always shine.
* Confidence, you are happy talking and establishing new relationships. In this role you are a lone worker.
Our care assistant come from a variety of back grounds and all walks of life. Full training is provided to become a fantastic care assistant with Home Instead.
Additional Information
As a Care Professional you will receive industry leading training, great rates of pay and excellent support.
If you're looking for work which is extremely rewarding and satisfactory and have a high-degree of flexibility to meet our clients' needs, we would love to hear from you.Please click on 'I'm Interested' or alternatively, contact us on01564 330 395
We encourage applications from all sections of the community as we want to reflect the neighbourhoods in which we work. Home Instead is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.This role is subject to DBS enhanced disclosure.
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