Are you ready to turn your weekends into something truly fulfilling? We're looking for a caring and enthusiastic individual to join our team as a Weekend Care Assistant. This is more than just a job—it's an opportunity to provide vital support and make a positive impact in someone's life.
Position: Weekend Care Assistant
Hours: 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM (Both Saturday and Sunday)
Location: On the road
About Us:
Home Instead Swansea, established in 2012, has consistently been recognized as a ‘Top 20 Home Care Provider’ and ‘5-Star Employer.’ We are dedicated to a person-centered approach, tailoring care to fit each client's unique needs and preferences.
Our team of trained and caring professionals is committed to enhancing the quality of life for our clients through a compassionate approach and exceptional care. We pride ourselves on building strong, trusting relationships with our clients and their families, ensuring they receive the best care possible. With each call lasting at least one hour, you'll have ample time to provide personalised and effective support.
What We’re Looking For:
- Valid driver's license and access to a car
- Can commit to working both Saturdays and Sundays
- Compassionate and dependable nature
Your Responsibilities:
As a care support worker, your responsibilities will include:
- Assisting with group activities and outings.
- Helping with shopping and meal preparation.
- Providing dementia care with empathy and patience.
- Handling light domestic tasks.
- Accompanying clients to appointments.
- Administering or reminding clients about medication.
- Offering support with personal care when needed.
What We Offer:
- Competitive hourly rate: £12.25 (weekends)
- Supportive and friendly work environment
- Flexibility and Work-Life Balance: With shifts only on weekends, you'll have the entire week free to pursue personal interests, relax, or manage other commitments.
- Supportive Team: Collaborate with an amazing team that will support you 24/7. A family-friendly and nurturing work environment awaits you here.
- Comprehensive Training: A through and personal training program to equip you with the skills and knowledge needed for the role.
- Benefits: Double time paid on bank holidays, paid travel time & mileage, paid trainings, paid enhanced DBS certificate, paid holidays (28 days pro rata), staff discounts schemes, staff well-being scheme, unlimited training & progression opportunities, guaranteed income contract (T&Cs apply), regular recognition bonuses, blue light card, Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) that benefits you and your families, job security, etc.
How to Apply:
Ready to enjoy a role that fits perfectly with your lifestyle? Apply directly or call our recruiter Gly on 0179 279 0890 for more information. CV is not required.
Transform your weekends into a fulfilling experience while maintaining a great work-life balance. We can’t wait to hear from you!
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Pay: £12.00-£24.50 per hour
Expected hours: 8 – 12 per week
Additional pay:
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
- Employee mentoring programme
- Free or subsidised travel
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
- On-site parking
- Referral programme
- Sick pay
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Every weekend
- Weekend availability
- Weekends only
Application question(s):
- Are you over 18?
- Do you have a full driving license and unrestricted access to use a car? (Please note that we require Business Class 1 insurance for your car when offered a job)
- Which area of Neath/Swansea/Llanelli do you live in?
- Unless looking to work weekends, can you commit to working 4 consecutive days per week?
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Location:
- Swansea, Swansea (required)
Work Location: On the road