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Homeinsteadcare logoHomeinsteadcare · Harlow, UK
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Responsibilities

  • You'll provide calm, reassuring support during the evening, including:
  • Personal care (washing, toileting, getting ready for bed)
  • Medication prompts and mobility support
  • Preparing light meals, drinks and snacks
  • Companionship and friendly conversation
  • Supporting clients to feel settled and safe overnight
  • Writing short care notes after each visit
  • Occasionally supporting clients with social visits or appointments
  • No rushed calls - we allow time for quality care.
  • Pay & Benefits
  • We reward our carers properly:
  • £12.75-£13.25 per hour
  • 30p per mile mileage + paid travel time
  • Evening-only shifts (4pm-10pm)
  • Holiday pay and workplace pension
  • Regular bonuses and referral rewards
  • Free PPE and fully paid induction training
  • Ongoing support from a friendly office team
  • Clear progression routes and funded NVQ/QCF qualifications

Requirements

  • No Experience necessary as full (Paid) training is provided
  • Confidence supporting people with dementia or complex needs
  • A calm, kind and respectful approach
  • Full UK driving licence & access to a car (essential)
  • Good spoken and written English
  • Willingness to complete an Enhanced DBS check
  • Why Join Home Instead Harlow?
  • Our carers tell us they love the flexibility of evening work , the supportive office team , and the chance to build real relationships with clients. This is more than just a shift - it's meaningful work that fits around your life.
  • Apply today and start making a difference in your local community with Home Instead Harlow.
  • Job Type: Part-time

Benefits

Casual dressCompany eventsCompany pensionEmployee discountEmployee mentoring programmeFlexitimeReferral programmeStore discountLicence/Certification:Drivers License and access to a vehicle (required)Work authorisation:United Kingdom (required)Location:Harlow (required)Apply TodayIf you're looking for a rewarding part-time role in the Harlow area, we'd love to hear from you. Join Home Instead and help us change the lives of older people for the better.👉 Apply now:Performance bonus

Additional Information

Care Assistant / Home Care Worker £13.25-£13.75 per hour + Paid Travel Time + Mileage Harlow & surrounding villages Morning & Evening shifts: 8am-12am & 4pm - 8pm Part-time & Full-time options available Looking for evening work that fits around your day while still making a real difference? Home Instead Harlow is recruiting Morning & Evening Care Assistants, Support Workers, HCAs and Home Carers to support older adults with their evening routines - helping them feel safe, comfortable and cared for in their own homes. This role is ideal if you're balancing study, childcare, another job , or simply prefer working evenings.

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