Rise in Demand Leads to New Job Opportunities

Here at Home Instead Weston super Mare, we have noticed a sharp rise in demand for our care services, as families look to address health and wellbeing issues they may have seen in loved ones over the festive period. This has led to new employment opportunities for us to be able to offer to people keen to begin or further a career in care.

When families get together for festive gatherings, they often see a change in a loved one’s health, cognitive ability or general disposition, particularly if they haven’t seen each other for a long time. That leads to families having to consider care options.

Mike Keig, joint owner at Home Instead Weston super Mare, says: “For many of us, Christmas is when we spend more time with family members than usual. We might notice Mum is more forgetful than last time she visited and is repeating stories. Or perhaps Dad has lost weight and is off his food? It might be that an older loved one is talking about how little they see friends these days and is struggling with loneliness. For many families, job number one for the new year is to get professional care.”

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As a result of increased enquiries, we are now looking for new care professionals to join our team, to meet this rise in demand.

Mike says: “Those coming onboard and joining as care professionals aren’t just starting a new job, they’re acting as a lifeline for local families. There are few roles more rewarding than a job in care and it won’t be long before you realise how much of a difference you’re making. We match care professionals to clients based on similar interests and personality traits; it’s no surprise that so many of them become genuine companions.

“Our new recruits needn’t worry if they don’t have previous experience in care. We provide full training and ongoing support that will stand you in excellent stead to make it possible for an older adult in the local area to live well at home.”

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Home Instead Weston super Mare have started January on a positive note, after being awarded ‘5 Star Employer’ status from the results of our annual employee satisfaction survey. Conducted by Workbuzz in November 2023, we received this award based on positive feedback from our current employees. Mike says: “We are delighted to have received this ‘5 Star Employer’ award once again, and are committed to maintaining high standards of employment to our team and supporting their wellbeing. Our team are very important to us, and we are pleased to see they have recognised this.”

Home Instead Weston super Mare has been open for 12 years and employs over 60 care professionals who help older adults in the community live well at home. We provide tailored support, typically comprising of companionship, meal preparation, light housekeeping, personal care, medication assistance, shopping and errands for older people.