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Care Assistant (Morning/Evening)
Home Instead
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Source date: 11/5/2026
About this role
Company Description Location: Taunton & Surrounding Villages | Morning/Evening shifts (6.45am-2pm/4pm-10pm) | Part-time We’re proud to be an award‑winning home care provider rated outstanding by CQC. What We Offer You: £13.30 an hour on weekdays & £14.10 on weekends PLUS DOUBLE PAY on Bank Holiday. Mileage paid at 0.45p per mile with a client. Morning and Evening shifts great around study, childcare or another job * Holiday pay, pension scheme and wellbeing support scheme * Free PPE and full induction training * Ongoing learning, NVQ/QCF qualifications and clear progression routes * Refer a Friend Scheme * Access exclusive employee discounts with a wide range of UK retailers, including discounted gym memberships, family days out, MOTs, servicing and more * Build strong connections through our regular Care Professional coffee mornings * Benefit from a dedicated mentoring scheme designed to support all new team members * Stay informed and engaged with our monthly company newsletter * Take advantage of convenient on-site free parking If you're motivated by helping others and creating strong professional connections, you'll find genuine job satisfaction in a role where client relationships are at the heart of what we do. Job Description As a Care Assistant, Support Worker, HCS or Home Carer you’ll be supporting older adults with their evening routines, providing reassurance and helping them feel safe at home. Key Tasks * Morning/evening personal care (washing, toileting, dressing for bed) * Giving medication support and support with mobility * Preparing light meals, drinks and snacks * Offering companionship and conversation at the end of the day * Recording simple care notes after each visit * Taking clients out into the community for socialising or appointments Ideal Candidate Essential: * A valid Category B driving license is a genuine occupational requirement for this role due to the need to travel between remote sites where public transport is unavailable. * Willing to complete an Enhanced DBS * You have the right to work in the UK (we do not offer any form of Sponsorship) Desirable: * Level 4 English and IT literate * A desire to genuinely help other people and make a difference * Resilient, reliable, proactive with a can-do attitude Additional Information What happens next? * As soon as you apply, one of our friendly recruitment team will be in touch with you within 24-48 hours * We will arrange an interview with you * If you’re successful, you can be working with us ASAP Congratulations! You’ll then be part of our fantastic care team here at Home Instead Apply now to start your care journey with us