Care Assistant

About Home Instead Reading

At Home Instead Reading, we provide award-winning home care services that help older adults live independently, safely, and comfortably in the place they love most - their own home. Our relationship-led approach focuses on delivering personalised care with compassion, dignity, and respect, enabling our clients to maintain their independence and enjoy a better quality of life. We are proud to support not only our clients but also their families, offering reassurance and peace of mind through exceptional care and companionship.

Whether it's companionship, personal care, dementia support, or assistance with daily activities, our dedicated Care Professionals make a real difference in the lives of people across the local community every day. 💙🏡

Care Professional - Home Instead Reading

At Home Instead Reading, we believe there's no place like home. As a multi-award-winning home care provider, we are passionate about helping older adults remain safe, happy, and independent in the comfort of their own homes.

We are looking for kind, compassionate, and reliable Care Professionals to join our growing team. Whether you are experienced in care or looking for a new and rewarding career, we provide full training and ongoing support to help you succeed.

What You'll Do

As a Care Professional, you will provide high-quality, person-centred care tailored to each client's individual needs. Duties may include:

• Personal care and companionship
• Assisting with meals and medication reminders
• Supporting clients with daily living activities
• Building meaningful relationships with clients
• Dementia care and specialist support
• Accompanying clients to appointments and social activities
• Helping clients maintain independence and dignity at home

What We're Looking For

• Caring, friendly, and compassionate nature
• Reliable and professional attitude
• Excellent communication skills
• A valid UK driving licence and access to a reliable vehicle
• Right to work in the UK
• Flexible approach to working hours
• Previous care experience is beneficial but not essential

Why Join Home Instead Reading?

🌟 Award-winning training and career development opportunities

🚗 Paid travel time and mileage allowance

🤝 Supportive and friendly management team

💙 Make a real difference in your local community

⏰ Flexible shifts including part-time and full-time opportunities

📈 Career progression into Senior Care, Training, or Office-based roles

🏡 Meaningful work that helps older adults stay independent at home

🎓 Ongoing learning, qualifications, and specialist care training

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Apply Today

If you're looking for a rewarding career where compassion, kindness, respect, and quality care come first, we'd love to hear from you.

Join Home Instead Reading and make a genuine difference every day by helping older adults live independently, safely, and happily in their own homes. Become part of a team that truly values and supports its Care Professionals.

If you're someone with patience, kindness, and a big heart, we'd love to hear from you.

We'll teach you everything else.

Full training provided

What We Offer Our Care Professionals

Award-Winning Training & Full Support

No experience? No problem. You’ll receive full, accredited paid training, along with ongoing one-to-one mentoring to help you feel confident and supported in your role from day one.

Career Growth & Development

We support you every step of the way, with clear opportunities to progress and build a long-term career with Home Instead.

Work-Life Balance

Enjoy 28 days of paid holiday including Bank Holidays and a flexible schedule designed to fit around your lifestyle.

Access to our company pension scheme, mileage allowance, and guaranteed hours 

A Supportive, Respectful Environment

Join a caring and compassionate team where you are valued and supported. You’ll make a real difference in people’s lives—every single day.