Community Care Companions

Company Description

Weekend Care Professional – Home Instead Bedford

Make a Difference Every Weekend

At Home Instead Bedford, we believe that outstanding care starts with outstanding people. If you're kind, compassionate, reliable and looking for rewarding weekend work, we'd love to hear from you.

Whether you have previous care experience or are completely new to care, we'll provide all the training and support you need to succeed.

Home Instead Bedford is dedicated to helping older adults remain independent in their own homes, providing personalised care, companionship, and support that truly makes a difference. We pride ourselves on longer visits, continuity of care, and building meaningful relationships with our clients. 

Weekend Care Professional

Location: Bedford and surrounding villages
Hours: Flexible weekend shifts available (mornings, afternoons, evenings)
Pay: £16.00 per hour on weekends, plus mileage allowance. 

Job Description

Qualifications

• Experience is not required; we offer comprehensive in-house training.
• Excellent command of written and spoken English.
• You must have dependable transportation for various duties.
• Superior organisational and time management skills.
• A caring, friendly disposition to create lasting relationships.

Additional Information

What You'll Be Doing

As a Care Professional, you'll support older adults to remain happy, safe, and independent in their own homes by:

• Providing companionship and meaningful conversation
• Assisting with personal care
• Supporting with meal preparation
• Helping with medication reminders and support
• Accompanying clients on errands or appointments
• Assisting with light housekeeping
• Building trusted relationships with clients and their families

No rushed visits – our minimum visit time is one hour, allowing you time to provide truly person-centred care. 

What We're Looking For

You don't need previous care experience – what matters most to us is your attitude.

We'd love to hear from you if you are:

✅ Kind and compassionate
✅ Reliable and trustworthy
✅ A good communicator
✅ Patient and caring
✅ Looking to make a genuine difference in someone's life
✅ A driver with access to a vehicle

Why Join Home Instead Bedford?

⭐ Weekend pay rate of £16.00 per hour
⭐ Paid training and ongoing development
⭐ Supportive and friendly office team
⭐ Employee discounts and benefits
⭐ Introductions to clients before care begins
⭐ Opportunities for career progression
⭐ A rewarding role where every day matters

At Home Instead, we don't just provide care – we build relationships, support independence, and help older adults continue living the lives they choose. 

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you're looking for a rewarding weekend role where you can genuinely improve someone's day, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and become part of the Home Instead Bedford family.