Company Description
Taunton, Wellington and Bridgwater locations - TA1 4TY | Offering Morning Shifts 8am-2pm/Evening shifts 4pm-10pm | Part-time & Full-time (Must Drive and have access to a car)
We’re proud to be an award‑winning home care provider rate outstanding by CQC.
What We Offer You:
- £13.30 an hour on weekdays
- £14.10 on weekends
- PLUS DOUBLE PAY on Bank Holiday
- Mileage paid at 0.45p per mile. Morning shifts (8am-2pm) or Evening Shifts (2pm-10pm – great around study, childcare or another job
- Holiday pay, pension scheme and wellbeing support scheme
- Free PPE and full induction training
- Ongoing learning, NVQ/QCF qualifications and clear progression routes
- Refer a Friend Scheme
- A minimum of 1 hour visits to clients
Job Description
As a Care Assistant, Support Worker, HCS or Home Carer you’ll be supporting older adults with their morning or evening routines, providing reassurance and helping them feel safe at home.
Key Tasks
- Personal care (washing, toileting, dressing for bed)
- Giving medication support and support with mobility
- Preparing light meals, drinks and snacks
- Offering companionship and conversation at the end of the day
- Recording simple care notes after each visit
- Taking clients out into the community for socialising or appointments
Ideal Candidate
Essential:
- A valid Category B driving license is a genuine occupational requirement for this role due to the need to travel between remote sites where public transport is unavailable.
- Willing to complete an Enhanced DBS or be on the update service
- You have the right to work in the UK
Desirable:
- Level 4 English and IT literate
- A desire to genuinely help other people and make a difference
- Resilient, reliable, proactive with a can-do attitude
- No less than 10 hours a week availability
- Alternative weekend working
Additional Information
What happens next?
- As soon as you apply, you will be contacted by our friendly Ami Ai or one of our friendly recruitment team within 24-48 hours
- We will go through Pre Screening questions with you
- We will arrange an interview with you
- If you’re successful, you can be working with us ASAP
Congratulations! You’ll then be part of our fantastic care team here at Home Instead
Apply now to start your care journey with us!
Date Advert Closes: 01 April 2026
