Posted 2mo ago

Care Assistant (Evening 4pm-10pm)

@ Home Instead
Taunton, England, United Kingdom
RemoteFull Time, Part Time
Responsibilities:evening care, medication support, meal prep
Requirements Summary:Evening care experience not required; able to assist with personal care, mobility, and companionship; valid UK driving license is preferred; Enhanced DBS clearance; right to work in the UK.
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Company Description:

Taunton & Local Villages | Evening shifts 4pm-10pm | Part-time & Full-time

We’re proud to be an award‑winning home care provider rate outstanding by CQC.

What We Offer You:

£13.00 an hour on weekdays & £13.75 on weekends PLUS DOUBLE PAY on Bank Holiday.  Mileage paid at 0.45p per mile.  Evening shifts (4pm-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
Job Description:

As an Evening Care Assistant, Support Worker, HCS or Home Carer you’ll be supporting older adults with their evening routines, providing reassurance and helping them feel safe at home.

Key Tasks

  • Evening 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
  • You have the right to work in the UK (we do not offer any form of Sponsorship)

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
Additional Information:

What happens next?

  • As soon as you apply, one of our friendly recruitment team will be in touch with you within 24-48 hours
  • 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