Care Assistant (Morning or Evening Shift)

Do you enjoy spending time with older adults and having meaningful conversations? 

Whether you’re starting a new career or looking for a more meaningful role, Home Instead will support you from day one — no experience required! 

What to expect: 

💷 Pay: £12.60 per care hour + £12.21 travel time + £0.35 mileage  

⌛Hours: 16 to 30 hours per week, depending on your availability  

📑 Contract: Zero hours   

📅 Schedule: Weekdays and alternate weekends 

🕒 Shifts Available: Morning/afternoon 07.00-17.00 (could be earlier) or Evening 16.00-22.00  

📍 Location: Field-based – you’ll travel to and from clients’ homes in Swansea, Neath and Llanelli 

🚗 Requirements: Valid driving licence and access to a reliable car (Business Class 1 insurance needed)  

ℹ️ Please note: Applicants must have the existing right to work in the UK. We are not a licensed sponsor.  

About us: 

Home Instead Swansea prides itself on an award-winning team of experienced and dedicated Care Professionals who are passionate about providing high-quality care.  

With a minimum one-hour duration for each client visit, our carers have ample time to build meaningful connections without feeling rushed. 

Hear straight from our care professionals: 

“I have been well matched to my clients and thoroughly enjoy my job, the office staff are extremely supportive and my working hours fit around myself and my young family.” – Care Professional   

“I have been fortunate to work for Home Instead Swansea since 2012, the training is excellent alongside the career progression the company encourages.” – Care Professional 

About the role: 

Whether you’re an early bird or prefer later hours, you’ll be making a real difference in someone’s day.  

During the morning routine, you’ll help our clients start their day positively by: 

• Personal care and morning routines 
• Breakfast and light refreshments 
• Medication reminders 
• Light housekeeping 
• Getting ready for appointments or daily activities 

During the evening routine, you’ll then help our clients feel settled and comfortable for the night supporting with: 

• Personal care and evening routines 
• Light meal preparation 
• Medication reminders 
• Light housekeeping 
• Companionship and reassurance before bedtime 

Who we’re looking for: 

We’re looking for friendly, compassionate people who enjoy helping others. No previous care experience is needed — full training is provided. 

You’ll need: 

• A compassionate and can-do attitude 
• Valid driving licence + reliable car 
• Ability to provide 2 professional references 
• Right to work in the UK 

Experience is welcome but not essential. 

If you’ve worked in hospitality, retail, customer service, admin, education, cleaning, social work, or volunteering — we’d love to hear from you. 

Perks and benefits: 

• Paid training 
• Paid travel time 
• Paid enhanced DBS – reimbursed after 3 months of your employment 
• Extra mileage allowance between clients 
• Paid holiday (28 days pro rata) 
• Referral bonus of £100 every successful referral 
• Double time payment on bank holidays 
• Blue light card eligibility 
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 
• 24/7 support 
• Ongoing training and refresher courses 
• Regular recognition bonuses 

Training and support: 

You’ll benefit from personalised one-on-one sessions, hands-on shadowing opportunities, and specialised training in home healthcare all while receiving continuous support from our passionate team.  

Enjoy a perfect blend of in-person workshops and engaging online modules, giving you the best of both worlds! 

Apply now!

It’s never too late to start a rewarding role in care. 

Apply here: https://www.homeinstead.co.uk/recruitment/swansea/  

or call us on 01792 790 890 for an informal chat.