Weekend Care Assistant - Home Instead Dorchester at Home Instead Long Beach

Dorchester, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

18 Aug, 26

Salary

15.0

Posted On

20 May, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Companionship, Personal Care, Medication Prompting, Meal Preparation, Household Tasks, Patient Care, Reliability, Driving

Industry

Individual and Family Services

Description

Company Description Spend Your Weekend Making a Difference! Looking for rewarding weekend work where you can genuinely brighten someone’s day? At Home Instead, care is about people, laughter, companionship, and helping older adults stay happy and independent in the comfort of their own homes. Whether it’s sharing a cup of tea, helping someone get ready for the day, or simply being a friendly face, the little things you do can make a huge difference. We’re currently looking for caring and dependable Weekend Care Assistants to support clients across Dorchester and the surrounding areas. (Drivers Required) – £14.00–£15.00 per hour – Dorchester and Surrounding Areas/Villages Location: Dorchester UK Pay: £14.00 – £15.00 per hour Hours: Mornings, Lunch, Evenings (Weekends) Weekday hours also available for people looking for extra hours! Company: Home Instead Areas available for work are: Dorchester, Wareham, Purbeck, Corfe Castle No previous care experience? That’s absolutely fine. If you’re kind, reliable, and enjoy helping others, we’ll provide all the training and support you need. Join Home Instead and be part of a team where your efforts are valued. 96% of our Care Professionals say they’re proud to work here, 95% feel motivated to go the extra mile, and we’ve been recognised by the Financial Times as one of the UK’s top employers. Job Description As a Home Instead Care Assistant, you will be matched with a small group of regular clients in your local area, allowing you to build meaningful relationships and provide high-quality care. Unlike many care providers, our visits are a minimum of 1 hour, meaning you have time to provide genuine support and companionship. Your duties may include: • Providing companionship and conversation • Helping clients with morning and evening routines • Supporting with personal care such as dressing or showering • Prompting medication • Preparing simple meals • Light household tasks • Accompanying clients to appointments, shopping or social activities Pay & Benefits • £14.00 – £15.00 per hour • Paid mileage, travel and waiting time • Flexible working hours available • Industry-leading training and Care Certification • Career progression opportunities • Full PPE provided • Employee benefits scheme • Supportive and friendly local office team Qualifications What we’re looking for • A full UK driving licence and access to a reliable vehicle • Availability to work mornings, evenings and alternate weekends • A caring, patient and reliable nature • A willingness to support clients in Warminster and surrounding areas Experience in care is helpful but not essential, as full training is provided. Additional Information Why Home Instead? Home Instead is known for delivering outstanding care with warmth, respect, and companionship. We don’t just provide services, we build relationships. We provide longer home visits, typically averaging around 80 minutes, allowing our Care Assistants to focus on companionship, dignity and independence, not rushing between clients. (We also have weekday availability for anyone looking for overtime or wanting to increase their hours.) If you’re a caring person who wants to be part of something meaningful while staying true to our values, we’d love to hear from you. For further information, please call Yasmin on 01305 239289 for a friendly chat! Please note that this position is subject to an enhanced DBS check. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer sponsorship at this time Date Advert Closes: 12 December 2026 Compensation: GBP 14.00 - GBP 15.00 - hourly

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Responsibilities

Provide high-quality companionship and personal care to older adults to help them remain independent in their homes. Duties include assisting with daily routines, medication prompting, and accompanying clients to social activities.