Care Assistant

Role summary

Care Assistant is a role at Home Instead in Chester, England, United Kingdom (on-site). Posted 2026-10-22. Salary: GBP 14–15 per hour. Experience level: 0-2. No degree required.

Job title

Care Assistant

Company

Home Instead

Location

Chester, England, United Kingdom

Work arrangement

on-site

Category

Healthcare Support

Salary

GBP 14–15 per hour

Experience level

0-2

Degree required

No

Date posted

2026-10-22

Job description

Company Description

Home Instead has won multiple awards over the years and have built an excellent reputation in the local area for truly first-class care. This home care service with the personal touch is different to any other care organisation in the area, providing a minimum of 1-hour home visits to a predominantly private client base, but the focus being on companionship and loneliness prevention.

Job Description

We are seeking compassionate and dedicated Care Assistants to join our team in Chester. If you have a kind heart and a genuine desire to make a meaningful difference to people's lives, we would love to hear from you. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a supportive environment where you will provide essential care and assistance to our clients, helping them maintain their independence and quality of life.

Provide personal care support to clients, including assistance with daily living activities such as washing, dressing, and grooming - Support clients with mobility and movement, ensuring their safety and comfort at all times - Prepare and serve meals, taking into account dietary requirements and preferences

Maintain a clean and safe environment within clients' homes, including light housekeeping duties - Assist with medication reminders and ensure clients take prescribed medications as directed - Build positive and professional relationships with clients, offering emotional support and companionship - Communicate effectively with clients, their families, and the wider care team to ensure continuity of care

Maintain detailed and accurate records of care provided and report any concerns or changes in client wellbeing - Respect client confidentiality and uphold their dignity and independence at all times - Undertake training and induction programmes to develop your knowledge and skills - Respond flexibly to changing client needs and work collaboratively with colleagues to deliver person-centred care

Qualifications

A genuine passion for caring and supporting others, with a kind and compassionate approach - Excellent people skills, with the ability to communicate warmly and respectfully with clients from diverse backgrounds - Reliability and trustworthiness; you will be punctual and dependable in all aspects of your role - Strong attention to detail and organisational skills to manage multiple tasks effectively

Physical capability to assist clients with mobility and personal care tasks - Patience, tolerance, and resilience when working with vulnerable individuals - Flexibility with scheduling, including availability for various shift patterns as required - Commitment to maintaining client confidentiality and respecting their privacy and dignity - Willingness to undertake training and development, including induction programmes and ongoing professional development

Basic awareness of health and safety practices within a care environment - Enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) clearance (or willingness to obtain this as a condition of employment) - No prior care experience is necessary; we welcome applications from those new to the care sector who demonstrate genuine commitment and the right attitude

Additional Information

Compensation: GBP 13.75 - GBP 14.50 - hourly