Weekend Care Professional
Home Instead · Basildon, England, United Kingdom
At Home Instead Basildon, we believe that care is about more than completing tasks, it's about people, relationships and making a difference. Companionship is at the heart of everything we do.
We provide high-quality, person-centred care and companionship to older people in their own homes, helping them remain independent, safe and happy in familiar surroundings.
Our Care Professionals are welcomed into people's homes as guests and trusted members of their support network. We believe in treating every person with dignity, respect, kindness and compassion.
Our visits are a minimum of one hour, giving our Care Professionals the time to build genuine relationships and provide care without feeling rushed.
Pay & Benefits
- £14.00 per hour for weekend work
- 45p per mile mileage allowance
- Paid waiting time between visits
- Paid training and induction
- Ongoing training and development
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Holiday pay
- Supportive office team
- Opportunities for career development
We are looking for a Weekend Care Professional to join our Home Instead Basildon team.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking for regular weekend work who enjoys helping others and wants to make a real difference to people’s lives.
Clear and reliable weekend availability is essential.
As a Weekend Care Professional, you could support clients with:
- Companionship and conversation
- Personal care
- Meal preparation
- Light household duties
- Medication support, in line with training and care plans
- Supporting clients with their daily routines
- Helping clients maintain their independence
- Accompanying clients to appointments, shopping or social activities
- Providing reassurance and emotional support
- Letting the office know about any changes or concerns
A cup of tea and a chat, helping someone prepare their breakfast, accompanying them on a walk or simply being there when they need someone, these moments can make a huge difference.
What we're looking for
We're looking for people who are:
- Caring, patient and friendly
- Reliable and trustworthy
- Good listeners and communicators
- Respectful of people's dignity, choices and independence
- Comfortable working with older people
- Willing to learn
- Able to work independently while being part of a team
If you have the right personality and a real desire to care for others, we'll provide the training and support you need.
No formal care qualifications or previous care experience are required.
Full training and induction will be provided.
We are looking for attitude, values and personality above everything else.
A full UK driving licence and access to a reliable vehicle is desirable due to the community-based nature of the role.
This is a weekend-focused position. Applicants must have clear and reliable availability to work Saturdays and Sundays.
Our Approach
At Home Instead Basildon, we don't just care for people, we care about people.
If you're someone who naturally looks out for others, enjoys making people smile and wants a role where your personality genuinely matters, we'd love to hear from you.
Bring your caring personality. We'll provide the training.
Join Home Instead Basildon and help us make a difference, one visit at a time.