Care Professional

Qualifications

What You’ll Need

• A warm, caring, and reliable nature
• Excellent communication skills and a desire to help others
• The right to work in the UK
• A full UK driving licence and access to a car is essential due to the community-based nature of the role

Additional Information

If you're ready to be part of something truly special, supporting clients to live well at home for longer, apply today and join the Home Instead family.

Company Description

Join Our Award-Winning Team at Home Instead

At Home Instead, we're not just about providing care - we're about building meaningful relationships and changing the way older people live at home. We are looking for kind and compassionate Care Professionals to support our clients with morning visits, helping them start the day with dignity and companionship.

Whether you're looking to make a difference in your community, return to work, or start a new career in care, we'd love to hear from you.

Job Description

Job Title: Care Professional - Morning Calls
Location: Swadlincote/Burton/Derby
Hours: Preferred availability 6:45 AM - 2:00 PM (can be extended if more hours are desired)
Pay Rate: £13.35 per hour
Enhanced Pay: £14.25 per hour (before 8:00 AM, after 6:00 PM, and weekends)

What You'll Do

• Help with personal care routines such as washing, dressing, and toileting
• Support with mobility and safe movement
• Prepare breakfast and help with morning medication
• Offer companionship and reassurance to start the day right
• Light household tasks to ensure a safe, clean environment

Shift Information

• Preferred availability: 6:45 AM - 2:00 PM
• More hours can be offered if desired
• Please note: You are paid for the time spent delivering care, not for your entire availability window

Pay & Benefits

• £13.35 per hour standard
• £14.25 per hour before 8 AM, after 6 PM, and weekends
• Travel time and mileage paid
• Paid, award-winning training and ongoing development
• Supportive, family-feel office team
• Regular clients with minimum 1-hour visits - no rushed care
• PPE provided