Carer - Full Training Provided - Taunton & Local Villages - 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.
• Morning shifts (8am-2pm) – 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 a Care Assistant, Support Worker, HCS or Home Carer you’ll be supporting older adults with their 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.
• 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.

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.