Weekend Care Assistant (Saturday & Sunday)

Home Instead Senior Care

  • Swansea
  • Permanent
  • Part-time
  • 14 days ago
Weekend Care Professional - Students are Welcome to Apply!📍 Location: On the road - Swansea, Neath & Llanelli (SA1 to SA15)
🗓️ Schedule: Saturday and Sunday only
🕒 Shift Options: Mornings (07.00-15.00), Afternoons/Evenings (14.00-22.00), or Full Day (07.00-22.00)
⏳ Hours: 5 to 16 hours per week
💰 Pay: £12.60/hour + £12.21/hour for travel time + £0.35/mile mileageWhy Join Home Instead?We do care differently. At Home Instead Swansea, you'll never be expected to rush from one client to the next. We believe in quality time and genuine relationships, that's why every client visit is a minimum of one hour.Whether you're studying health, social care, psychology - or just want to make a real difference - this role offers more than just a payslip. Gain hands-on experience, receive professional training, and work with a team that genuinely cares.“The recruitment process and training was very informative and easy to navigate and gave me the confidence to work in a field I had never worked in before. I am 7 months on and I can honestly say I absolutely love my job.” - K.D., Care ProfessionalWhat you'll get:
  • Flexible shifts that work around your studies
  • Paid travel time & mileage
  • Fully paid training - no experience needed!
  • Double pay on bank holidays
  • Blue Light Card eligibility
  • Referral bonuses & regular recognition rewards
  • 24/7 support from our friendly office team
Job DescriptionWhat Does Being a Care Professional Mean?Being a Care Professional is about more than helping with practical tasks. It's about being a friendly face, a good listener, and someone our clients can trust.You'll support with:
  • Light housekeeping
  • Medication reminders
  • Personal care (washing, dressing, grooming, changing of incontinence pads, etc)
  • Shopping or errands
  • Friendly chats and companionship
QualificationsWho We're Looking For:Whether you're exploring a future in healthcare or just want a fulfilling weekend job, this is a great way to build real-world experience and develop skills that last a lifetime.What you'll need:
  • A caring and patient nature
  • A valid driving licence and access to a car (with business insurance)
  • Availability on both Saturday and Sunday
Please note: We are not a licensed sponsor. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK.Additional InformationNo Experience? No Problem!We'll equip you with everything you need to feel confident and capable from day one.Training and support you'll receive:
✔️ Full, paid induction training
✔️ Ongoing refresher sessions
✔️ Specialist training in dementia, end-of-life care, mobility & safeguarding
✔️ Opportunities to gain Level 1 & 2 Health and Social Care qualifications
✔️ Regular mentoring, peer support, and supervisionYou won't just learn to care - you'll grow your confidence, build your CV, and gain insight into one of the UK's most in-demand sectors.📬 How to Apply?Click “I'm Interested” or visit 👉Applications take under 2 minutes - no long forms, no hassle!

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