Evening Care Assistant, Bedford, UK

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Evening Care Professional Home Instead Bedford About Us Home Instead Bedford is an award-winning, family-owned home care provider dedicated to helping older people live independently in the comfort of their own homes. Rated Outstanding by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), we provide relationship-led care that focuses on dignity, independence, and building meaningful relationships with every client. Job Title Evening Care Professional Location Bedford and surrounding areas Hours Part-time and Full-time Evening Hours Available Typical shifts between 4:00pm and 10:00pm , including alternate weekends. Salary Competitive hourly rates, plus mileage and benefits. Job Purpose As an Evening Care Professional, you will provide high-quality, person-centred care and companionship to older adults in their own homes. You will help clients feel safe, comfortable, and supported during the evening, enabling them to maintain their independence and quality of life. This is a rewarding role where you will build genuine relationships with clients and make a real difference every day. Responsibilities You may support clients with: Providing companionship and meaningful conversation Preparing light meals and drinks Assisting with medication reminders Supporting with personal care, including washing, dressing and toileting Helping clients get ready for bed and settle comfortably for the evening Completing light housekeeping duties Supporting mobility and safe movement around the home Monitoring wellbeing and reporting any concerns Updating care records accurately and promptly Promoting independence, choice, dignity and respect at all times What We Are Looking For Essential Caring, compassionate and reliable nature Excellent communication skills A positive attitude and willingness to learn Ability to work independently and as part of a team Full UK driving licence and access to a reliable vehicle Desirable Previous care experience (not essential as full training is provided) Experience supporting older adults or people living with dementia What We Offer Competitive pay rates Paid training and ongoing professional development Industry-leading dementia and specialist care training Flexible working hours Paid travel time and mileage Employee Assistance Programme Pension scheme Supportive and friendly team environment Opportunities for career progression The opportunity to make a genuine difference in your local community Why Join Home Instead Bedford? At Home Instead Bedford, we believe care is about relationships, not rushed visits. We carefully match our Care Professionals with clients and provide the training, support and recognition needed to help our team thrive. If you are passionate about helping others and want a rewarding career where every visit matters, we would love to hear from you. Apply today and help us change the face of ageing, one relationship at a time. ❤️ Qualifications & Requirements Essential Caring, compassionate and reliable nature Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Good spoken and written English Ability to work independently and use initiative A full UK driving licence and access to a reliable vehicle Right to work in the UK Flexibility to work evening shifts and alternate weekends Commitment to promoting dignity, independence and person-centred care Desirable Previous experience in care, support work, healthcare, hospitality, customer service, or a people-focused role Level 2 or Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care (or willingness to work towards) Experience supporting older adults Experience supporting individuals living with dementia Medication administration experience Knowledge of safeguarding and person-centred care principles Training Provided No previous care experience is necessary as full training will be provided. Successful candidates will receive: Comprehensive induction training Dementia care training Safeguarding training Medication training Moving and handling training Ongoing learning and development opportunities Regular supervision and support from our experienced office team Personal Qualities We are looking for individuals who are: Kind, patient and empathetic Dependable and trustworthy Professional and respectful Positive and enthusiastic Committed to making a difference in the lives of older people Passionate about delivering outstanding care and companionship "We can teach the skills, but we can't teach kindness. If you have a caring heart and want to make a real difference in your community, we'd love to hear from you." ❤️ Additional Information What makes Home Instead Bedford different? At Home Instead Bedford, we believe that care should never be rushed. We provide minimum one-hour visits wherever possible, allowing our Care Professionals time to build trusted relationships and deliver truly person-centred care. We carefully match Care Professionals with clients based on personalities and interests to create meaningful connections and continuity of care. Benefits Competitive hourly pay rates Paid mileage and travel time Enhanced rates on weekends and bank holidays Comprehensive paid training and ongoing development Industry-leading dementia training Employee Assistance Programme Pension scheme Blue Light Card eligibility Friendly and supportive management team Career progression opportunities Employee recognition and reward programmes Regular social events and team gatherings Recruitment Process All successful applicants will be subject to: Enhanced DBS check Satisfactory references Right to Work checks Completion of mandatory training Home Instead is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults and expects all employees to share this commitment. Equality, Diversity & Inclusion We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity for all employees and applicants. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences. Join Our Team Whether you have previous care experience or are looking for a rewarding new career, if you are kind, compassionate and want to make a difference in your local community, we would love to hear from you. Because at Home Instead Bedford, it's not just about providing care. It's about changing lives, building relationships and helping older people live well at home for longer. ❤️ Sources About Home Instead Bedford Home Instead Bedford is an award-winning, family-owned home care provider dedicated to helping older people live independently in the comfort of their own homes. Rated Outstanding by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), we provide relationship-led care across Bedford, Ampthill, Shefford, Flitwick, Sandy and the surrounding areas. We specialise in personalised support, including dementia care, companionship, personal care, live-in care, and complex care services. Our approach focuses on building meaningful relationships through consistency, compassion, and high-quality training, ensuring every client receives the care and support they deserve. Our Care Professionals are at the heart of everything we do. We invest heavily in training, development, and wellbeing, creating a supportive and rewarding workplace where people can build fulfilling careers while making a genuine difference to the lives of others. At Home Instead Bedford, we are proud of our Outstanding reputation, our strong community partnerships, and our commitment to delivering care that we would be happy for our own loved ones to receive. Join our team and help us change the face of ageing, one relationship at a time.