Morning and alternative weekend Care Assisstant

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.

If your an early bird then this is the role for you!

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.

When you join us, you'll agree a regular working pattern that fits your availability. You'll be expected to be available from 7am-12pm (This can be negotiated under particular circumstances). We simply ask that you remain consistent with your chosen schedule wherever possible to provide safe continuity of care.

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 any of the PO1 to PO6 regions

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 strength
• Honesty and professionalism
• A strong team ethic
• A genuine desire to help others

If you have a passion for caring and the motivation to help us achieve our ambitions, we would love to hear from you.

We encourage applications from all sections of the community as we want to reflect the neighbourhoods in which we work. Home Instead is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. This role is subject to DBS enhanced disclosure.

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.