Home Care Assistant (Driver Required)

Home Instead; Syston; On-site; GBP 12,398 - 19,286; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full paid training

Career progression

Employee Assistance Programme

Paid holidays

Supportive local office

Job summary

Home Instead Charnwood, Loughborough is looking for compassionate care assistants to support local older adults at home. No prior experience needed; full training provided. You'll help with daily living, companionship, meals, and mobility, visiting clients in their own homes.

We value reliability, empathy and the ability to work independently. A full UK driving licence and access to a car are required. Join our award-winning team and discover career progression, paid breaks, and ongoing support.

Qualifications

• Kind, compassionate and dependable.
• Reliable and organised.
• Care experience is preferred, but full training is provided for the right person.
• Access to a car and a valid UK driving licence are required.

Responsibilities

• Providing companionship and conversation.
• Assisting with personal care when needed.
• Preparing meals and drinks for clients.
• Supporting with medication as required.
• Accompanying clients to appointments or activities.
• Promoting independence, dignity and wellbeing.

Skills

Compassionate personality

Reliable

Independent worker

UK driving licence

Education

Right to work in the UK

Tools

Enhanced DBS

Job description

Home Instead Charnwood, Loughborough is looking to expand the care team with individuals who want to make a difference to your local community. No prior experience needed! As long as you have a caring heart, we can teach you the rest!

Job Description

Looking for a career where you genuinely make a difference?

Whether you're an experienced Care Assistant or looking for a rewarding new career, Home Instead Charnwood is looking for compassionate, reliable people to join our award‑winning team. Every day, you'll help older adults remain safe, independent and happy in the comfort of their own homes. From companionship and preparing meals to personal care and helping clients enjoy their favourite activities, no two days are the same.

About the Role

As a Home Care Assistant, you'll visit clients in their own homes, supporting them with daily living while encouraging them to remain as independent as possible. No two visits are ever the same, making this a varied and rewarding role. Your duties may include:

• Providing companionship and conversation
• Helping with personal care
• Preparing meals and drinks
• Supporting with medication
• Accompanying clients to appointments or into the community
• Promoting independence, dignity and wellbeing

What We're Looking For

We're looking for people who are:

• Kind, compassionate and dependable
• Passionate about helping others
• Comfortable working independently
• Reliable and organised
• Full UK driving licence
• Access to a reliable vehicle
• Right to work in the UK
• Care experience is preferred, but full training is provided for the right person

What You'll Receive

• Up to £14.00 per hour
• Flexible working hours to fit around your lifestyle
• Full paid training and ongoing support
• Career progression opportunities
• Friendly, supportive local office team
• Regular clients to help build meaningful relationships
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Paid holidays

Why Choose Home Instead?

Home Instead is one of the UK's leading home care providers, recognised for delivering high‑quality, relationship‑led care. Unlike many care providers, we focus on building genuine relationships with our clients, giving you the time to provide outstanding care rather than rushing from visit to visit. You'll become part of a supportive local team that values and invests in every member of staff.

If you're looking for a rewarding career where you can make a real difference every day, we'd love to hear from you. Join Home Instead Charnwood and help us provide outstanding care across Coalville and the surrounding areas. Apply today!

Qualifications

• Access to a car
• Drivers licence
• Ability to get an Enhanced DBS