Care Assistant

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 across Rotherham . 

Care Professional – One‑Hour Visits | Time to Care | Evenings and weekends | £13–£14 + Mileage

Early and late shifts: 16 to 20 hours a week

Postcodes:  S25,S61,S62 and S63

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 Rotherham.

What You’ll Receive

• £13/hour weekdays, £14 on weekends
• Double time on bank holidays
• 30p mileage between clients
• 16 to 20 hours a week
• 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:

• Between 7am to 2.30pm and 4pm-10pm 
• 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

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 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!

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

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!