Overview
Care Assistant / Care Professional – Flexible Hours (No Experience Needed)
Lincoln & Surrounding Areas | £12.75–£13.75 per hour | Paid Training | Mileage Paid
Looking for a Care Assistant job in Lincoln that genuinely makes a difference — and fits around your life? At Home Instead Lincoln, we provide high-quality home care for older adults across Lincoln, North Hykeham, Washingborough, Branston and surrounding villages. Our Care Professionals support people to stay independent, safe, and happy in their own homes.
Unlike many care jobs, we believe care should never feel rushed. That’s why we offer minimum one-hour visits, giving you the time to build real relationships and provide the kind of care you’d want for your own family.
Whether you already work in care, support work, healthcare, or customer service, or you’re completely new to the sector, we provide award-winning paid training and ongoing support so you can build a rewarding career in care.
Why Care Assistants choose Home Instead Lincoln
* Minimum 1-hour visits – no rushed 15-minute calls
* Build genuine relationships with clients
* A supportive, respectful team environment
* Work that gives you real purpose every day
Many of our Care Professionals tell us the best part of the job is knowing they’ve made someone’s day better.
Flexible hours that work around your life
We know everyone’s schedule is different, so we offer flexible shifts.
* Morning, afternoon, or evening shifts available
* Our service operates 8:00am – 9:30pm, 365 days a year
* Flexible working patterns to fit around family, study, or other commitments
This role is ideal if you’re looking for:
* Care Assistant jobs in Lincoln
* Part-time care work
* Evening or weekend work
* A meaningful career change
What you’ll be doing as a Care Assistant
You’ll support older adults in their own homes with:
* Companionship and friendly conversation
* Personal care (washing, dressing, mobility support)
* Preparing meals and light housekeeping
* Medication reminders and support
* Helping clients stay active, independent, and confident at home
Every visit is different, but the goal is always the same: helping someone live well in the place they love most — their home.
Pay & benefits you can rely on
* £12.75 – £13.75 per hour
* £24.50 per hour on Bank Holidays
* Paid travel time and waiting time
* 35p per mile mileage allowance
* 28 days’ holiday (pro rata)
* Pension scheme
* Staff discounts and wellbeing support
* Fully funded training and career development
* 24/7 on-call support from our local team
What we’re looking for
You don’t need previous care experience — we’re looking for the right people.
* Kind, patient, and reliable individuals
* A genuine desire to help others
* Full UK driving license and access to a car (essential)
* Right to work in the UK (no visa sponsorship available)
* Willing to complete an Enhanced DBS check
* Experience in care, support work, hospitality, retail, childcare, or customer service can be helpful, but full training is provided.
Why join Home Instead?
Home Instead is an award-winning global home care organisation recognised for delivering high-quality, relationship-led care. Our Lincoln office is proud to support older adults across the local community while creating rewarding careers for Care Professionals.
We believe care should feel human — for clients and for the people who provide it.
Apply today
If you’re looking for a Care Assistant job in Lincoln where you can make a real difference while working flexible hours, we’d love to hear from you. Once you apply, a member of our friendly Lincoln team will give you a quick call for an informal chat — no pressure, just a conversation.
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