Weekend Care Assistant – Make a Real Difference Location: Bedford Salary: £15.50 per hour mileage allowance Hours: Part-time / Flexible weekend shifts available Shift Times: 07:00–14:00 or 16:00–22:00 (flexible options) Start Date: Immediate starts available Company: Home Instead Bedford Do you want weekend work where you can make a genuine difference to people’s lives? Join Home Instead Bedford as a Weekend Care Assistant and support individuals to live independently, safely, and with dignity in their own homes. Whether you’re an experienced carer or new to care, you’ll receive full training, paid shadowing, and ongoing support to help you thrive. What You’ll Do As a Weekend Care Assistant, you’ll bring comfort, confidence, and companionship to clients across Bedford. Every visit is unique — and every one matters. Your role will include: Helping with personal care (washing, dressing, toileting) Supporting medication routines Preparing meals and light household duties Offering friendly conversation and emotional reassurance Encouraging independence and wellbeing Your kindness and reliability will make all the difference — not just to clients, but to their families too. What You’ll Get We know that great care starts with you, so we make sure you’re supported, appreciated, and rewarded for what you do. Here’s what you can expect: £15.50 per hour mileage allowance Access your pay before payday with our Pay App Paid induction and ongoing training Employee assistance programme for your wellbeing Minimum 1-hour visits – no rushed calls Flexible weekend hours that fit around your life No uniform – so you can be yourself Private clients – focused, person-centred care Career progression opportunities Length of service recognition and celebrations What You’ll Need You don’t need experience — we’ll provide full training. You just need a caring nature, reliability, and a genuine desire to help others. Essential: Full UK driving licence and access to a car Right to work in the UK Good communication skills and a compassionate approach Apply Today If you’re looking for meaningful weekend work where you’re valued, supported, and make a real difference every day, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now and start your journey with Home Instead Bedford — where you matter just as much as the care you provide