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With Home Instead St Helens, your kindness can make a real difference to older adults in your local community.\nWe're looking for caring, compassionate people to join our team and help older adults feel supported, valued and independent in their own homes. You don't need care experience-just a genuine desire to help. We'll provide the training and support to get you started.\nAs a Care Professional, you'll help clients with companionship, meal preparation, medication and local outings. You'll also support personal care, including washing, dressing and toileting, always with dignity and respect while encouraging independence.\nMost importantly, you'll build meaningful relationships that help our clients enjoy life to the fullest. 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