Care Assistant

Company Description

Home Instead Ivybridge is a CQC-rated OUTSTANDING, independently owned, family-run care provider, and part of the Home Instead network, offering the highest quality home care in the UK. We proudly support clients across Ivybridge, Plympton, Plymstock, South Brent, Kingsbridge and the South Hams with exceptional home care and companionship. Our dedicated team delivers personalised support, backed by award-winning training and a reputation for excellence.

We are rated Outstanding by CQC and offer you the opportunity to join a growing company, in a friendly and nurturing team environment. ‘Staff told us they felt extremely well supported and their achievements were celebrated. This encouraged continual high-quality performance from staff’ (CQC).

Job Description

Care Professional (Full-Time & Part-Time)
We’re currently recruiting compassionate Care Professionals to support clients across our Franchise area, including Yealmpton, Wembury, Ivybridge, South Brent, and nearby villages. You won’t be expected to cover all areas in one day, but flexibility with travel increases the hours available to you.

With a minimum visit time of 1 hour, your role may include:

• Supporting morning and evening routines, including personal care tasks
• Preparing nutritious and delicious meals through the day
• Assisting with household tasks like cleaning and laundry
• Running errands, such as grocery shopping, or accompanying clients to appointments
• Enjoying social activities together, such as coffee outings or hobbies
• Most importantly, offering genuine companionship, which is at the heart of everything that we do. 

Why Choose Home Instead Ivybridge?

• 1-hour minimum visits – less travel time, more time to make a real difference to your client.
• Industry-leading training – equipping you with the skills and knowledge to thrive
• Competitive pay – £13/hr weekdays, £14/hr weekends, double pay on bank holidays
• Paid mileage on qualifying journeys
• Ongoing support from a friendly, dedicated team
• Great perks including discounts at high street stores, hotels, cinemas & more
• Great work-life balance, with flexible hours to suit your lifestyle
• Work in a role where you are truly making a meaningful impact every day

Qualifications

• No experience needed – we provide fully funded, award-winning training
• Full UK driving licence, your own car, and business class 1 car insurance required
• Experience with dementia is a plus, but not essential
• Must have the right to work in the UK

Additional Information

Join Home Instead and become part of our family. We offer outstanding support, training, and guidance to help you build and grow a rewarding career in care.

Click I'm interested to apply, or call 01752 938220 to learn more.

We welcome applications from all sections of the community to reflect the neighbourhoods we serve. Home Instead is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults, and all roles are subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure.

Please note: This role requires that applicants reside in the UK and have the right to work in the UK.