Care Assistant Locks Heath

Company: Home Instead
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Location: Southampton
Job Description:

Responsibilities

  • Providing companionship and emotional support to clients in their own homes.
  • Assisting with personal care tasks such as bathing, dressing, and toileting.
  • Preparing nutritious meals and assisting with feeding as required.
  • Administering medication as per care plan and following established protocols.
  • Assisting with light housekeeping duties to maintain a clean and safe environment.
  • Accompanying clients on appointments, errands, and social activities.
  • Monitoring and reporting any changes in clients’ condition to the care management team.

Requirements

  • Essential: A genuine passion for providing high-quality care and support to older adults.
  • Essential: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Essential: Reliable and punctual with a strong work ethic.
  • Essential: Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Essential: Must be able to provide references.
  • Desirable: Previous experience in a caregiving role, either professional or personal.
  • Desirable: A valid UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.

Benefits

  • Competitive hourly rate: £13.30 – £14.30 per hour.
  • Guaranteed minimum one-hour visits, allowing for quality care and relationship building.
  • Comprehensive training and ongoing professional development opportunities.
  • Supportive and friendly work environment.
  • Paid travel time and mileage allowance.
  • Opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of older adults in your community.
  • Employee assistance programme.

Additional Information

  • Right to work in the UK
  • We are unable to offer sponsorship or a switch at this time

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Posted: June 6th, 2026