Care Assistant

Job description

Care Professional - One-Hour Visits | Time to Care | £13-£14 + 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 Retford and Gainsborough. Covering Retford and Surrounding Villages - Retford, Ordsall, Hallcroft, Clarborough, Ranskill, Grove, North Wheatley, Woodbeck, Sturton le Steeple, South Leverton, Rampton, Laneham, Clayworth, Ranby, Gamston, Torworth, Barnby Moor, Askham, Lound, Treswell, Hayton, Kneesall, Bothamsall, Bole, Rockley, Cottam, West Drayton, West Markham, Eaton, Headon, Babworth, Lound, Welham, Bevercoates

What You'll Receive

£13/hour weekdays, £14 on weekends

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

06.45am - 2.30pm and 3.45pm - 9.45pm shifts

Alternate weekends (essential for this role)

Some flexibility to support client continuity

How You'll Make a Difference

Companionship and meaningful conversation

Personal care (washing, dressing, bathing)

Light household tasks

Medication prompts

Meal preparation

Attending appointments or shopping

Once you apply, you'll receive an acknowledgement within 24-48 hours. However if you are a really STAND OUT candidate we may contact you within hours of your application! We review every application carefully and will contact you as soon as possible. If we're a good match for each other, we'll guide you through training and get you started once you're ready. We look forward to meeting you!

Ideal Candidate

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

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, 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, 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

Company DescriptionIf 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 across Retford and Gainsborough.

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Worksop

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

26-05-2026

Profession type

Home Care Jobs

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English