Evening Care Assistant – Weekday & Weekend Shifts (From 5pm) – Romford

Home Instead is committed to enhancing the lives of older people, valuing their unique experiences. Our mission is to ensure that elderly individuals in our community not only enjoy a comfortable evening but also feel safe, happy, and relaxed as they prepare for bed.

Join us in a role that’s about much more than just assistance. You’ll become a trusted companion, offering positivity and comfort during their evening hours. As the day winds down, your role takes on even more significance, bringing warmth and joy into the homes and hearts of our clients.

Bring comfort to our wonderful clients during the dark winter months.

Join Home Instead as an Evening Care Assistant to make our clients' evenings better. In this role, you'll not only engage in activities they love, such as a friendly chat or watching a TV show, but you'll also help with important personal care tasks.

This includes helping them get ready for bed, making sure they can wash themselves safely, and generally looking out for their well-being. All of this will be done while treating them with the highest level of dignity and respect.

So, when you work with us, you don't just make someone's evening enjoyable, you also give them the comfort and security of knowing they are well taken care of. Join Home Instead to bring happiness and a sense of safety to our clients during the important evening hours.

Key Responsibilities

Comfort & Companionship: Engage with clients through pleasant conversations, helping them wind down beautifully at the end of the day.

Personal Care: Assist clients in their evening routines, including preparing light meals, helping with personal care, and ensuring they feel comfortable and at ease.

Household Assistance: Help maintain a safe and tranquil home atmosphere, aiding in tidying up and preparing the home for the night.

Engaging Activities: Plan and facilitate enriching evening activities, such as watching a film together, listening to music, or enjoying other activities as they wind down.

What We Offer

Part-Time, Various Hours: Ideal for those looking to make a meaningful impact during the evening hours.

Rewarding Experience: Find complete satisfaction in knowing you will bring care, compassion and comfort to someone’s evening.

Career Progression: Discover a career path with growth opportunities and the chance to develop professionally.

Competitive Pay: Benefit from attractive pay rates, along with recognition and reward schemes.

Who We Are Looking For

Kind-hearted Individuals: If you are warm, empathetic, and willing to offer a listening ear, this role is for you.

Excellent Communicators: We value individuals who can foster heartwarming interactions, making our clients’ evenings brighter.

Dependable Professionals: Reliability and a high level of professionalism are key to ensuring our clients feel safe and cared for.

Local Candidates: We welcome locals who wish to make a positive impact in their community.

Qualifications

No formal qualifications are needed — we value a warm heart and a ready smile above all. A driving licence and ability to use your own vehicle to transport clients and provide home visits is essential.

How to Apply

Are you ready to step into a role that offers not just a job, but a deeply fulfilling experience, rich with heartfelt connections and the joy of bringing comfort to others?

Apply now to become part of the Home Instead family and turn the golden hours into moments of joy and comfort for our valued clients. Call us at 01708 395040 and ask to speak with our Recruitment Team, who will be happy to answer any questions you may have.

NO EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

We offer Award Winning training which is comprised of a mixture of e-learning from home and in-house workshops. Leading to a nationally recognised Certificate of Care once completed. We would love to hear from you if you are:

• An excellent timekeeper who is organised and reliable.
• Compassionate and kind.
• A good listener, able to communicate clearly and build relationships.

What to expect as a Care Professional: 

• Introductions and shadow visits
• Minimum visits 1 hour 
• Matching process based on hobbies and interests
• Ongoing support from our friendly office team
• A fun, supportive and friendly office team
• Career Progression Opportunities 

• A caring nature, and the desire to make a positive impact on others
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Flexible and adaptable to our clients' needs
• Aged 18 or older
• Full UK Driving Licence & access to a reliable vehicle (as you may be required to take clients out into the community)