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 Description
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 Retford and Gainsborough.
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