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Care Assistant

£13.5 per hour
Full-time

Job Description



Of course, a job needs to pay the bills, but we believe it should also give you something more. At Home Instead, not only will you  be part of a supportive team  that respects and looks after you, but your work as a Care Professional will be truly rewarding. Every day you’ll make a real difference  to people’s lives, helping them to stay independent, happy and well in the comfort of their own homes. 

Whether you’ve worked in care before as a Care Assistant or Support Worker or you’re completely new to it, we’ll give you all the training and ongoing support you need to thrive.

What you’ll need to join us as a Care Professional:

  • A full UK driving licence and access to a car
  • The ability to work every other weekend
  • The right to work in the UK
  • An eagerness to develop the skills needed to provide professional, compassionate care.

What we offer you:

  • Competitive pay: Monday to Friday daytime £13.50ph | Weekend daytime £13.70ph | All evenings £14.50ph (evening pay rates are from 6pm).
  • Flexible hours and contracts available, provided you have good availability at the times our clients most need our help (Full-time and part-time opportunities)
  • Paid travel time (between client calls)
  • Double pay on Bank Holidays 
  • Paid mileage – 35p per mile

Why you’ll love working with us:

  • We’re rated  Outstanding  by the CQC
  • We provide industry leading and award-winning training as well as ongoing support from a genuinely friendly office team
  • 5 Star Employer award
  • We offer an Employee Assistance Programme because your health and wellbeing matter to us
  • Our minimum 1-hour visits mean your care isn’t rushed
  • Our Care Professionals are matched with clients to give you time to build real, lasting relationships
  • £250 refer a friend incentive scheme
  • We recognise and reward loyalty and long service

What the role involves:
As a Care Assistant, you’ll support people to live comfortably and independently at home. Your work will vary – from helping with morning and evening routines, bathing, personal care, and medication, through to light housework, meal preparation, collecting prescriptions, or even accompanying clients to appointments and social activities.

Most importantly, you’ll bring warmth, empathy, and genuine care, helping people to live fulfilling, independent lives.

If you’re ready to join a team where you’ll feel valued, supported, and proud of the difference you make – we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today and start your journey with us.

Additional Information



Please note that we are unable to offer this role to those who are not already authorised to work in the UK.

Home Instead are committed to equal opportunities and welcome a broad diversity of talent to apply.

Vacancy posted 17 days ago
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