Lead Care Professional

Qualifications

What You’ll Need

• A full UK driving licence and access to reliable transport
• Good communication skills and the ability to build relationships
• A positive, can-do attitude
• Reliability, respect, and trustworthiness
• A genuine desire to improve the lives of others

We provide industry-leading training and ongoing support to help you succeed as a Care Professional.

All we ask is that you bring compassion, kindness, and a willingness to learn — we’ll invest in the rest.

Additional Information

We are currently unable to provide sponsorships.

Company Description

Apply for a role where care is treated as the professional role it truly is, with an award-winning, 5-star rated employer.

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.

At Home Instead, we support older adults to remain safe, independent, and happy in the comfort of their own homes. We welcome people from all backgrounds - whether you already work in care or are completely new to the sector.

We also have a dedicated Training Centre of Excellence, where you'll receive industry-leading support and clinical care training.

Job Description

Lead Care Professional

📍 Location: Sheffield & Barnsley
📄 Employment Type: Full-Time Contract
🕒 Rota: 5-day week, 9-hour availability, alternate weekends and occasional nights
💰 Salary: £26,648.00 - £27,124.00
💼 Experience: Care experience required

Why Join Home Instead of Sheffield & Barnsley?

What We Offer

• Up to £13.91 per hour standard pay, increasing up to £15 per hour
• Paid mileage
• Guaranteed contracted hours
• Work for one of the UK's highest-ranking home care companies in the Financial Times Best Employers list
• City & Guilds Alzheimer's Training
• Personal client matching and shadow calls
• Minimum one-hour visits for quality care
• Ongoing paid training and development
• Employee Assistance Programme
• BHSF Health Care Scheme Gold Level
• Career progression opportunities, including office-based and specialist clinical care roles
• Apprenticeships in Healthcare
• Regular social events
• Quarterly forums - helping shape the future of the team
• Dedicated wellbeing support and access to outreach programmes
• £200 referral bonus after successful probation

About the Role

No two days are the same. As a Care Professional, you'll support clients with a personalised service that helps them remain independent and connected to their community.

Your visits may include

• Companionship and meaningful conversation
• Personal care (washing, dressing, bathing)
• Meal preparation
• Medication prompts
• Light household tasks
• Shopping and attending appointments
• IT Skills
• office-based work

Who We're Looking For

You do need care experience.

You could be a great fit if you are:

• Kind, patient, and reliable
• Comfortable working independently
• Honest about your availability
• Able to use good judgment in day-to-day situations
• Motivated to make a genuine difference
• A driver with access to your own car

Why Care Professionals Choose Home Instead

• Time to care properly - no rushed 15-minute calls
• Consistent clients and relationship-led care
• Honest communication and realistic expectations
• A supportive team culture built on respect
• Managers who genuinely listen and support you

What Happens Next?

Once you apply, you'll receive an acknowledgement within 24 hours.

If you're a standout candidate, we may contact you even sooner.

We carefully review every application and, if we're the right fit for each other, we'll guide you through training and support you every step of the way.

We look forward to meeting you.