Job Description
Care Professional – Home Instead
Make a Real Difference Every Day
At Home Instead, we believe that exceptional care starts with exceptional people. As a Care Professional, you'll play a vital role in helping older adults and vulnerable individuals live safely, comfortably, and independently in their own homes. If you're compassionate, reliable, and passionate about making a positive impact, we'd love to hear from you.
What You'll Do
As a Care Professional, you will:
- Provide high-quality, person-centred care and companionship in clients' own homes.
- Support clients with personal care, including bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting where required.
- Assist with meal planning and preparation, medication reminders, light housekeeping, and other daily living activities.
- Build meaningful relationships with clients, promoting independence, dignity, and wellbeing.
- Follow and contribute to personalised care plans tailored to each client's individual needs and preferences.
- Communicate effectively with clients, their families, and healthcare professionals to ensure the highest standard of care.
- Maintain accurate and timely care records, reporting any changes in a client's health or wellbeing.
- Travel between clients' homes to provide scheduled care visits.
What We're Looking For
We're looking for caring individuals who are dependable, professional, and committed to delivering outstanding care.
Essential:
- A compassionate, caring nature with a genuine desire to support others.
- Excellent communication skills, both spoken and written English.
- A full UK driving licence.
- Access to a reliable vehicle for travelling between client visits.
- Consistent weekly availability, including some evenings and/or weekends.
Desirable:
- Previous experience in home care, domiciliary care, healthcare, or a similar caregiving role.
- Knowledge of person-centred care and care planning.
What We Offer
- Full-time and part-time opportunities.
- Flexible working hours (12–40 hours per week).
- Company pension scheme.
- Employee referral programme.
- Ongoing training and career development.
- A friendly, supportive team that values and appreciates your work.
- The opportunity to make a meaningful difference in your local community every day.
Working Pattern
Availability may include:
- Monday to Friday
- Evenings
- Night shifts
- Weekend availability
- Weekend-only positions
Application Questions
Please answer the following when applying:
- Do you hold a full UK driving licence?
- Do you have access to a reliable vehicle?
- What is your postcode?
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Expected Hours: 12–40 hours per week
Work Location: Community-based (travelling to cl
If you're someone with patience, kindness, and a big heart, we'd love to hear from you.
We'll teach you everything else.
What We Offer Our Care Professionals
Award-Winning Training & Full Support
No experience? No problem. You’ll receive full, accredited paid training, along with ongoing one-to-one mentoring to help you feel confident and supported in your role from day one.
Career Growth & Development
We support you every step of the way, with clear opportunities to progress and build a long-term career with Home Instead.
Work-Life Balance
Enjoy 28 days of paid holiday including Bank Holidays and a flexible schedule designed to fit around your lifestyle.
Access to our company pension scheme, mileage allowance, and guaranteed hours
A Supportive, Respectful Environment
Join a caring and compassionate team where you are valued and supported. You’ll make a real difference in people’s lives—every single day.