Care Assistant

Home Instead

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Poulton-le-Fylde, England, gb on site Until 8/22/2026 First posted February 24, 2026 Last posted February 24, 2026
Job description

 

Join Our Caring Family as a Home Care Hero!

At Home Instead Lytham, Fylde and Wyre, we do things differently. We take the time to care; that's why we are ranked 3rd in the UK's Best Employers by the Financial Times!

This recognition reflects our dedication to making our team feel valued, supported, and rewarded every single day. Care isn't just a job—it's a chance to bring joy and independence to others, and we ensure our team has the time, training, and respect they deserve to make a real difference.

With us, you're more than a care professional; you're an integral part of a community that values and supports each other in delivering the very best care.

In a recent survey, our care professionals say that our recruitment process is excellent and score us 100%. 92% say they're treated fairly, and 92% say they feel they can be their true selves at work, which reinforces our commitment to fostering an inclusive environment.

We are rated 'Good' by the Care Quality Commission and  9.6  by all our lovely clients on homecare.co.uk

If you've been looking to do something truly rewarding or develop your caring skills, now's the perfect time to join Home Instead. With our competitive pay of up to £14 per hour, you might think that's enough to catch your eye. But that's not all—we offer paid travel and mileage. 

 

We are currently looking for female carers to support a lady with complex needs.

This would be a 12-hour waking night from 8pm till 8am with a night rate of £166.80, working on a rolling rota of Saturday Sunday and Mondays

A driver is preferred but not  essential with business insurance.

Are you ready to make a difference while ensuring others have a smile? We’re on the lookout for compassionate and cheerful individuals to join our team of Care Heroes! If you believe that care should be served with a side of warmth, humour, and a sprinkle of joy, then we want to hear from you!

Are you the dependable friend that everyone turns to? The one who listens, offers a shoulder, and knows just what to say? That's more than just being a good friend—that's having the heart of a care professional.

At Home Instead, we value people like you because you have a rare set of skills: genuine kindness, empathy, and oodles of patience. You're exactly the kind of person who can make a difference.

Qualifications

We can also fully fund qualifications in health and social care at levels 2, 3.

Click 'Apply Now,' and Julie will be in touch for a friendly chat about what comes next.

THIS ROLE IS UK-BASED, AND THE RIGHT TO WORK IN THE UK WILL NEED TO BE ESTABLISHED AS PART OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS.

DBS IS REQUIRED EITHER ON THE UPDATE SYSTEM OR TO BE APPLIED FOR.

If you’re ready to spread joy and make a real impact in the lives of others, click apply now! Let’s create some heartwarming moments together, with plenty of smiles along the way. Your journey to becoming a Home Care Hero starts here

About this role

Summary

Provide compassionate in-home care to support individuals with complex needs, including night shifts.

Job title

Care Assistant

Experience level

Industry

healthcare

Location requirements

Poulton-le-Fylde, England, with flexible options; remote not allowed.

Salary

up to £14 per hour, night rate of £166.80 for 12-hour waking night shift

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

empathypatiencekindnesscompassioncommunity support

Preferred skills

driver

Specializations

home careelderly supportcomplex needsfemale carenight shifts
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Poulton-le-Fylde FY6, UK

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