Domiciliary Care Assistant

Care Professional (Part-Time)

Company: Home Instead Portsmouth

Location: Portsmouth

Salary: £13.60 - £28.50 per hour

Job Type: Permanent, Part-Time

Why Join Home Instead Portsmouth?

At Home Instead Portsmouth, we believe that everyone deserves exceptional care, support, and the opportunity to live a better life. We're looking for compassionate, reliable individuals who share our values and want to make a genuine difference in their local community.

When you join our team, you'll enjoy:

• Industry-leading training and ongoing professional development.
• Flexible working hours that support a healthy work life balance.
• A caring and supportive team that genuinely values your wellbeing.
• The opportunity to build meaningful relationships with clients and make a real impact every day.
• A professional yet personal approach to care, where every client is treated with dignity and respect.
• The chance to work alongside a passionate, world class team of Care Professionals.
• A workplace where you truly belong and your contribution is valued.
• A role that offers purpose, fulfilment, and the opportunity to change lives-including your own.
• And who knows you may even gain a few honorary grandparents along the way!

About the Role

No two days are the same in care.

One visit may involve sharing a cup of tea, completing a crossword, or enjoying a conversation. The next may involve providing personal care and practical support to help someone remain safe and independent in their own home.

We're looking for individuals who are compassionate, adaptable, and able to approach every situation with empathy, professionalism, and respect.

What We're Looking For

To be considered for this role, you'll need to:

• Be aged 18 or over.
• Have the full right to work in the UK (please note we are unable to offer sponsorship).
• Have a genuine passion for caring for others and making a positive difference.
• Be reliable, trustworthy, and committed to providing outstanding care.
• Be willing to work alternate weekends.
• Have a positive, can do attitude and excellent interpersonal skills.
• Hold a full UK driving licence (highly desirable) to travel between clients' homes.
• Live in PO1 - PO6

Working Hours

We offer flexible working patterns through three daily care blocks:

• Block A: 7:00am - 12:00pm
• Block B: 12:00pm - 5:00pm
• Block C: 5:00pm - 10:00pm

You can choose the blocks that suit your lifestyle. For example:

• Monday - Blocks A & C
• Tuesday - Blocks B & C
• Wednesday - Block A
• Thursday, Friday, etc., plus alternative weekend

When you join us, you'll agree a regular working pattern that fits your availability. We simply ask that you remain consistent with your chosen schedule wherever possible to provide safe continuity of care.

Essential Qualities

We're looking for people who demonstrate:

• Compassion and kindness
• Reliability and integrity
• Patience and respect
• Initiative and problem solving skills
• Resilience and emotional strengthHonesty and professionalism
• A strong team ethic
• A genuine desire to help others

The Ideal Candidate

This role is perfect for someone with a genuine heart for care-someone who stands by people through both the good days and the challenging ones.

If you're looking for more than just a job and want a career where you can make a real difference in the lives of people across Portsmouth, we'd love to hear from you.