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Day time care assistant

Home Instead
Alton, GBR
Full-time
Entry
Onsite
GBP 744-744 weekly / week
Discovered 2 weeks ago
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Join Home Instead East Hampshire & Midhurst — rated Outstanding in Caring — and start a career where kindness matters more than experience. We’ll give you full training and support to help you make a real difference every day.

🚗 Car drivers with a valid licence & access to own vehicle (REQUIRED) ✅

Location

  • Alton Hours: 1pm to 9pm Salary: £744 a week plus double pay on Bank holiday
  • We are seeking a compassionate, energetic, and reliable daytime carer with driving skills to support a vibrant 86-year-old lady who lives with her husband in their spacious home with a stable.

About the Role

You will provide meaningful companionship, practical support, and safe transport, including:

Driving her to daily outings, and other appointments

Accompanying her on daily walks (approx. 2 miles)

Engagement with animals and trips to see horses

Meal preparation and encouragement to maintain a healthy diet

Sharing her love of music

Assisting with bathing once or twice a week , while respecting her independence in personal care

Supporting her during moments of mild confusion related to her dementia

About Our Client

Active, fit, and sociable despite mild dementia

Passionate about animals; had 2 horses previously

Music lover with a professional background at the BBC

Warm, friendly, and enjoys companionship

What we offer

  • Paid mileage
  • Ongoing paid training & development: £12.25 per hour
  • Supportive management and a friendly team environment
  • Career progression opportunities — including roles as Senior Care Professional
  • Blue Light Discount – Exclusive perks for our heroes
  • £200 Referral Bonus – Refer a friend who starts work and get rewarded!
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Support for your wellbeing

Training & Development

All new Care Assistants complete 2 days of training to prepare for their role, followed by ongoing support and development. You’ll also receive specialist training, including dementia care, to help you grow and deliver the highest quality care.

The Ideal Candidate

Compassionate, patient, and reassuring

Energetic and able to join for walks and outings

Experienced with dementia care

Confident driver with a clean driving record

Loves animals and can provide gentle guidance

Encourages healthy eating habits and enjoys mealtime companionship

Comfortable providing light personal care

This is a unique opportunity to make a meaningful difference in someone’s life while enjoying an engaging, active, and fulfilling role.

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