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Care Assistant

£13.5 per hour
Part-time


If you’re looking for a career where your caring nature can truly shine and make a real difference, you’re in the right place. Home Instead loves to welcome new care assistants to our team, supporting clients in the comfort of their own homes We are looking for caring people who live in the following areas  Castleford , Pontefract , Goole , Selby , Garforth , Kippax , 

Job Description



Care Professional – One‑Hour Visits | Time to Care | Local Support | £13.50 + Mileage

Here at Home Instead , We believe care should never be rushed.

That’s why every visit we deliver is a minimum of one hour , creating the time and space for genuine, person-centred relationships.

If you want a role where quality and dignity matter, and where you’re supported to do the job properly, you might be a great fit for our team in Castleford, Pontefract,  Selby and Goole .and surrounding villages 

What You’ll Receive

  • £13.50 per hour
  • Double time on bank holidays
  • 30p mileage between clients
  • 12–16 hours to start (more as the rota grows)
  • Every second weekend off
  • Full training – no experience needed
  • City & Guilds-accredited dementia training available
  • Supportive, respectful local management
  • Guaranteed hours available after successful probation
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Refer a Friend: £300

Your Availability

We’re looking for people who can work:

  • 7am–2.30pm and 3.45pm to 9pm shifts up to 16 hours per week 
  • Alternate weekends (essential for this role)
  • Some flexibility to support client continuity

How You’ll Make a Difference

Our clients rely on us for stability, respect, and genuine human connection. Your visits may include:

  • Companionship and meaningful conversation
  • Personal care (washing, dressing, bathing)
  • Light household tasks
  • Medication prompts
  • Meal preparation
  • Attending appointments or shopping

Who We’re Looking For

You do not need care experience.

Values matter far more.

You might be ideal if you are:

  • Kind, patient and reliable
  • Comfortable working independently
  • Able to use good judgement in day‑to‑day situations
  • Honest about your availability
  • Motivated to make a real difference
  • A driver with access to your own car

Important Travel Information

Our clients live across Castleford, Pontefract, Selby, and Goole and surrounding villages.

We are upfront about travel so there are no surprises later.

This role is not restricted to one neighbourhood , and some days involve driving between villages. We cluster calls where possible, but flexibility is important.

If you prefer to work only in one tight area, this position won’t be the right fit.

Why Our Care Professionals Choose Home Instead

  • Time to care properly — not rushed 15-minute tasks
  • Honest communication and realistic expectations
  • Consistency of clients
  • A team culture built on respect, not pressure
  • Managers who listen, support and act

What Happens Next

Once you apply, you’ll receive an acknowledgement and your application is then reviewed and if you meet the criteria, then you will be able to arrange for us to give you a call and have a chat about the job.

If we’re a good match for each other, then we will invite you for an inteview at our office.

We look forward to meeting you!

Qualifications



Essential Requirements:

 

  • Valid UK Driving Licence
  • Own vehicle with appropriate insurance for business use
  • Right to work in the UK
  • Enhanced DBS clearance (or willingness to obtain)
  • Satisfactory references from previous employers or character referees

 

Preferred

Qualifications

:

 

  • Health and Safety awareness or basic training
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion
  • Physical fitness and mobility to support personal care tasks
  • Willingness to undertake City & Guilds-accredited dementia training and ongoing professional development
  • Reliable transport and punctuality record
  • Flexibility and adaptability to support client continuity

 

Additional Information



Be part of the Home Instead community and work with friendly like-minded people who share your values. Whether you already have experience in the care sector or are looking for a new career, we would love to hear from you! Click apply today!

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