Weekend & Evening Care Assistant

If you’re working during the week but looking to earn some extra income during this holiday season, why not join Home Instead and make a positive impact in your local community?

With flexible hours that will fit seamlessly around your weekends and evenings, you can make a real difference to those in need, providing support and comfort during this festive season.

About the Role:

• As a care assistant, you’ll be helping with group activities and outings, assisting with shopping and meal preparation, providing dementia care with empathy and patience, doing light housekeeping tasks, accompanying clients to appointments, administering or prompting of medications, and offering support with personal care as needed.

Qualifications:

• Valid driving licence and access to car.
• Ability to work either on an evening shift (6pm – 10pm) or weekends (both Saturday and Sunday).
• No experience needed—whether you’ve worked in retail, hospitality, real estate, customer service, education, or finance, you are welcome to apply!

Why Join Us?

• Extra Income: Boost your financial stability, helping with expenses, savings, or holiday spending!
• Skill Development: Gain new skills or enhance existing ones that can be valuable in your primary job or future career opportunities.
• Career Exploration: Test out new fields or industries without committing full-time, helping you identify what you enjoy.
• Work-Life Balance: Diversifying your work experience can enhance job satisfaction and provide a refreshing change from your daily routine.
• Structure and Routine: A part-time role can help you establish a productive routine, keeping you engaged and focused.
• Job Security: Having multiple income sources can provide a safety net in case of unexpected job changes.
• Potential for Full-Time Transition: A part-time job can lead to full-time opportunities if you learn to love this role.

About Us:

Home Instead Swansea prides itself on the award-winning team of experienced and dedicated Care Professionals who are passionate about providing high-quality care. Personalised care plans are designed to cater to the individual needs and wants, to ensure they are able to live their life to the fullest, where they feel safest at home. With our minimum one-hour for each client call, our carers will have ample time to build meaningful connections without feeling rushed. 

 “Being able to work around other commitments is brilliant and my rota always reflects this...” – N.B. - Care Professional 

“I have worked for Homeinstead for nearly 2yrs and up until then I had never worked in Social Care before but I'm so glad I decided to give it a try. I work with some lovely carers and always feel supported by office staff but most of all its all about the lovely clients that I go to...” - J.R., Care Professional 

Why You’ll Love Working Here:

• Supportive Team: Collaborate with an amazing team that offers 24/7 support.
• Comprehensive Training: A blend of in-person and cloud-based training courses are offered to equip you with the skills you need to excel in your role.
• Competitive Pay: £12.00 per hour (weekdays), £12.25 (weekends). 
• Paid Travel Time and Mileage: Travel time is covered at a rate of £11.44 per hour plus an additional 35p per mile to cover your petrol.
• Double Time Paid on Bank Holidays: Enjoy generous compensation with double time payments on bank holidays, so you can celebrate while earning more!
• Blue Light Card: Enjoy fantastic discounts at your favorite shops—perfect for your Christmas shopping!
• Festive Staff Christmas Party: Join our festive party filled with fun, laughter, and holiday spirit.
• Other Benefits: Paid training, paid enhanced DBS certificate, paid holidays (28 days pro rata), guaranteed income contract (T&Cs apply), regular recognition bonuses, career progression, etc.

Join Us – Here’s How:

To submit an application, you may apply directly or call our recruiter Gly on 0179 2790890 for an informal chat. No CV required.

Don’t miss out on this opportunity to make a difference this holiday season. Join us today and be part of something truly rewarding!

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: £12.00-£24.50 per hour

Expected hours: 16 – 20 per week

Additional pay:

• Performance bonus

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company events
• Discounted or free food
• Employee discount
• Employee mentoring programme
• Free or subsidised travel
• Free parking
• Health & wellbeing programme
• On-site parking
• Referral programme

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• Weekend availability

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 Swansea/Neath/Llanelli do you live in?
• Unless looking to work weekends, can you commit to working 4 consecutive evenings per week?

Licence/Certification:

• Driving Licence (required)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: On the road