Home Care Assistant

Home Instead

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Syston, England, gb on site Until 8/21/2026 First posted May 19, 2026 Last posted May 19, 2026
Job description

Home Instead is one of the world’s leading home care providers, dedicated to supporting older adults to live independently, safely, and happily in their own homes. Our care professionals are at the heart of everything we do, delivering compassionate, person-centred care that makes a real difference in people’s lives.

Care Professional / Care Assistant – Charnwood South Area

💚 Pay from £13.00 - £14.00 per hour
💚 Double pay on Bank Holidays
💚 35p per mile paid from door to door
💚 Full training provided- no experience needed!

Please note: We are currently unable to offer sponsorship. Are you looking for a rewarding career where you can genuinely make a difference every day?

At Home Instead, we believe care is about building relationships, promoting independence, and helping older adults stay happy and safe in the homes they love. We are looking for caring and reliable individuals to join our friendly team covering the Charnwood South area, Syston, Quenniborough, Thurmaston, Thrussington, Rearsby and surrounding villages.

Whether you have previous care experience or are completely new to care, we provide all the training and support you need to become an exceptional Care Professional.

Why Join Home Instead?
✨ Scheduled paid mileage and travel time between visits
✨ Reimbursed DBS after 3 months
✨ Training costs reimbursed with first payslip
✨ Matched clients based on personalities and interests
✨ Client introductions and shadowing before working alone
✨ Flexible working patterns based on your availability
✨ Visibility of your schedule
✨ Career progression opportunities 
✨ Employee Assistance Programme including counselling and legal advice
✨ Eligibility for a Blue Light Card with discounts nationwide
✨ Supportive office team with a genuine open-door policy

What We’re Looking For

✔ A caring, compassionate, and reliable nature
✔ Good communication skills
✔ A willingness to learn and undertake training
✔ A full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle
✔ Ability to obtain Business Motor Insurance
✔ Applicants based in Charnwood or surrounding areas

Previous care experience is helpful but not essential, if you have kindness, empathy, and a desire to help others, we can teach you the rest. Start a career where you are truly valued and where every visit makes a difference. Apply today and become part of our award-winning Home Instead family.

 

Compensation (from employer):
13 – 14 GBP (HOURLY)

About this role

Summary

Provide compassionate, person-centered care to older adults in their homes, supporting independence and safety.

Job title

Home Care Assistant

Experience level

no experience necessary, training provided

Industry

healthcare

Location requirements

must be located in Syston, England, with remote work not specified, choose based on discretion.

Salary

£13.00 - £14.00 per hour

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

communicationreliabilitycompassiondriver's licensevehicle

Preferred skills

care experiencewillingness to learn

Specializations

elderly carecompassionate carecommunity support
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Syston, Leicester LE7, UK

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