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Home Care Assistant - Cheshunt

CompanyHome Instead
LocationCheshunt
Work ModeOn Site
PostedFebruary 25, 2026
About The Company
As the world’s leading provider of in-home care, we help older adults live safely and independently at home, without sacrificing their quality of life. Whether they need occasional respite care or full-time support, our Care Pros are carefully selected to provide the best care, giving families peace of mind. With the support of our parent company, Honor Technology, Home Instead is reshaping the aging experience—combining the latest innovations in home care with the compassion that has guided us for over 30 years.
About the Role

Job Description

Care Assistants – Cheshunt, Goffs Oak & Cuffley

Immediate Start Available | Full-Time & Part-Time | Permanent Positions

The Role

Join Home Instead, one of the UK's most trusted home care providers, and make a genuine difference to people's lives every day. We're urgently recruiting experienced Care Assistants to support elderly clients across the Cheshunt, Goffs Oak, and Cuffley areas.

You'll work directly in clients' homes, helping them maintain their independence and quality of life. Your responsibilities will include:

  • Personal care support (washing, dressing, toileting)
  • Medication administration
  • Moving and handling assistance
  • Specialised support for dementia, mobility issues, and complex health needs
  • Managing challenging behaviours with patience and professionalism
  • Light housekeeping, meal preparation, and meaningful companionship

This is care work at its most rewarding – where your presence genuinely improves someone's day.

About You

We need reliable, compassionate professionals with:

  • Proven experience as a Care Assistant, Support Worker, Healthcare Assistant, or equivalent role
  • Competence in managing challenging behaviour, medication administration, and moving & handling
  • Full UK Driving Licence and own vehicle (essential)
  • Enhanced DBS clearance (Adult Workforce)
  • Strong English – spoken and written
  • Flexibility to work varied shifts including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and nights
  • A genuine commitment to person-centred care and dignity

What's on Offer

  • Competitive Pay: £12.75 – £13.50 per hour
  • Financial Benefits: Bonus schemes, referral bonuses, and mileage allowance
  • Security & Support: Paid holidays, pension scheme, and full paid training
  • Development: Care Certificate and ongoing qualifications to progress your career
  • Workplace Culture: A supportive, friendly team that values your contribution
  • Extras: Employee discounts and wellness support

Shift Pattern

  • Early mornings, evenings, weekdays, weekends, and nights available
  • Flexible hours: 7 – 30 hours per week to suit your needs

Ready to Apply?

If you're an experienced care professional looking for meaningful work with a stable employer, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now to start making a real difference in the Cheshunt, Goffs Oak, and Cuffley communities.

Home Instead: Supporting independence, delivering excellence, changing lives.

Home Instead is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace.

  • Compensation: GBP 12.75 - GBP 13.50 - hourly
  • Key Skills
    Personal Care SupportMedication AdministrationMoving And HandlingDementia SupportMobility Issues SupportComplex Health Needs SupportChallenging Behaviour ManagementLight HousekeepingMeal PreparationCompanionshipReliabilityCompassionPerson-Centred CareDriving LicenceDBS Clearance
    Categories
    HealthcareSocial Services
    Benefits
    Bonus schemesReferral bonusesMileage allowancePaid holidaysPension schemeFull paid trainingCare certificateOngoing qualificationsEmployee discountsWellness support
    Job Information
    📋Core Responsibilities
    Responsibilities include providing personal care support such as washing, dressing, toileting, administering medication, and assisting with moving and handling for elderly clients. The role also involves offering specialized support for dementia, mobility issues, and managing challenging behaviors while providing meaningful companionship.
    📋Job Type
    part time
    💰Salary Range
    £13 - £14
    📊Experience Level
    2-5
    💼Company Size
    25057
    📊Visa Sponsorship
    No
    💼Language
    English
    🏢Working Hours
    30 hours
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