Company Description
Home Instead Taunton are a family owned, award winning, CQC OUTSTANDING rated Home Care provider who support clients to live independently within their own homes. We provide high quality, personalised and unhurried companionship, and care. We work in a way that enables and empowers our clients, promoting choice and independence. Importantly, we make time for this to happen, as our visits are always a minimum of 1 hour.
There’s nothing more powerful than the ability to change somebody’s life for the better every day, whether that’s simply keeping them company, or offering more advanced personal or dementia care. And we’ll give you all the training you need to confidently make the role your own.
Average 7 miles per day. Pay rates from £12.50 - £25.00 per hour.
You can book a telephone interview directly with us at a time that suits you by using the link; https://calendly.com/homeinstead-taunton/telephoneinterview
Job Description
We are a Family run, CQC OUTSTANDING company based in Comeytrowe. Founded in 2013, we support individuals around the local community to maintain their independence in their home environment.
- Guaranteed hours and salaried positions available- From Part- time- Full Time
- Career Progression- We will support you to develop a rewarding career with us, from becoming a Mentor to a Senior Care Professional- we will guide and support you on your journey.
- Hours to work around your lifestyle
- A personalised Mentor Scheme- we will match you with an existing Care professional to complete your shadow visits for as long as you need until you feel comfortable to complete solo visits.
- Minimum of 1 hour Visits – we don’t believe good care can be delivered in less time
- Excellent Pay from £12.50PH plus double pay on bank holidays.
- Mileage paid at 45p per mile
- Employee Benefits Scheme - with discounts on shopping, restaurants and more
- Free membership to the Employee Assistance Programme, which gives you 24/7 access to one-to-one counselling, legal advice and support, self-help and well-being information
- Free Professional development plan and ongoing training to enable you to develop your professional knowledge and career development within Home instead
- City and Guilds accredited Dementia training, Specialist Parkinson's Training and End of Life support to enable you to support clients confidently and develop your career.
- Early Pay - draw down pay option at any time
- Generous Refer a Friend scheme
What does an evening Care Professional do?
- Provide evening care assistance to Clients in a compassionate and respectful manner.
- Assist with daily activities such as meal preparation, medication reminders, and personal hygiene.
- Drive residents to appointments or outings as required, ensuring their safety and comfort.
- Collaborate with the care team to create and implement individualized care plans.
- Maintain accurate records and documentation related to residents' care and well-being.
- Utilise strong communication skills to engage with Clients, families, and colleagues effectively.
Qualifications
Qualifications needed.
- A willing, positive, compassionate approach to assist and support people within your local community.
- Access to reliable transport such as car, moped or E-Bike
- Be able to make a commitment of a minimum of 10 hours per week
- Be living in or around the Taunton and Wellington area
Additional Information
Additional information
to be a driver are essential.
