Make a difference every day by putting a smile on your clients' facesAre you looking for working hours that are tailor-made to fit around YOUR availability? Where you can work in a way that works for you, e.g. only mornings until lunch, between school drop-off and pick-up, or only afternoons or evenings? Then why not apply to join our Amazing team of Care professionals!Competitive pay rates, and double time for Bank HolidaysHome Instead Southampton provides a range of care and support services for older people. We're looking for caring people to provide quality care within the local community, We cover areas such as Shirley, Whiteley, Park Gate, Sarisbury Green, Netley & Portswood You could be the next person who can really make a difference.For us, home care means keeping people where they are the happiest - in their own homes, surrounded by their memories in their own environment.We personality match and provide our Care professionals with the training and support that they need to provide only the highest quality of care.View our Facebook Page atJob DescriptionWhy work as a Care Professional for Home Instead Southampton?We need you to:Visit clients for the minimum of 1 hourAssist with personal care, domestic help and companionship.Be able to communicate well with the clients and office teamBe a driver with access to a carHave the right to work in the UKWe'll give you:£13.00 ph and £14.00 ph evenings and weekends + Mileage contributionShadowing and on-going CPD will be provided so you feel confident in your roleSupportive office team to be with you every step of the wayFull benefits package of online and in-store discountsDouble x on Bank Holidays24 hour employee assistance programmeQualificationsA background in either care or similar customer service role would be advantageous however we do ensure all those who are new to care are provided with full support to become a Care Professional with qualifications.Already have Care qualifications. - Great we can utilise your skills to their best ability and help you to develop these with additional training in specialised areas.Additional InformationWe ask you have a means of transport as clients are predominantly cared for in their own homes or would like you to accompany them on appointments or outings.Care Professional Benefits!Pension, plus holiday pay and paid mileageGreat Hourly Rates of pay £12.70 (up to £13.70 for evenings & weekends) Double time for Bank HolidaysEmployee referral scheme of £200Non-Uniform for a friendly and professional servicePaid introduction/shadowing calls - you will shadow an existing care professional, so you get to know the ClientsAverage hour (or guaranteed hours) contracts availableEmployee benefits portal - with discounts at over 200 outlets!Wellbeing - free of charge access to an independent and confidential Employee Assistance Programme. This gives Colleagues and their family access to 24/7 365 support for a whole range of issues including physical, mental, and financial issuesFriendly and supportive management and office team.Employee assistance program for your health and welfare£400 paid towards your NVQ Diploma (optional)£75 paid towards your VRQ's bonus (optional)Blue Light Discount card eligibilityOpportunities for Career progressionIf you're looking for work which is extremely rewarding and satisfactory, we would love to hear from you. Please click 'Apply now' or alternatively call the office for an informal chat on 01489 559007.We encourage applications from all sections of the community as we want to reflect the neighbourhoods in which we work. Home Instead Senior Care is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults and expects all staff to share this commit
