PT / FT Care Assistants Barnsley

Home Instead; Barnsley; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid mileage

Guaranteed hours

Career progression

Training & development

Job summary

Home Instead Barnsley is recruiting Care Professionals to provide in-home care across the Barnsley area. The role offers guaranteed contracted hours, paid mileage, and the chance to work for a highly-rated employer. You don't need previous care experience; training is provided.

A full UK driving licence and reliable transport are preferred as visits are car-based. Typical shifts include early and late patterns with alternate weekends; opportunities for career progression and ongoing development

Qualifications

• No care experience required; values matter.
• Excellent patient and caring nature.
• Full UK driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Provide companionship and personal care.
• Meal preparation and light household tasks.
• Support with appointments and errands.
• Deliver high-quality, relationship-led care.

Skills

Driving licence

Good communication

Reliability

Willingness to learn

Independent work

Job description

Home Instead is recruiting Care Professionalsin the Barnsley area

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

Company: Home Instead
Location: Sheffield & Barnsley
Pay: £13.00-£13.50 per hour + paid mileage
Average Earnings: potential £26,325 pro rata
Contract: Guaranteed hours contracts available.

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.

Working hours Hours
Guaranteed contract hours per week with the opportunity for additional hours.

Example of working pattern

• 8am - 2.30pm and 3.45pm - 9.00pm
• Alternate weekends (essential for this role)
• Some flexibility to support client continuity

Know your working pattern well in advance.

Job Description

What We Offer

• Up to £13.50 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 (after 1 year)
• Career progression opportunities, including office-based and specialist clinical care roles
• Apprenticeships in Healthcare
• 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
• Light household tasks
• Shopping and attending appointments

Who We’re Looking For

You do not need previous care experience - values matter far more.

You could be a great fit if you are:

• Kind, patient, and reliable
• Comfortable working independently
• Honest about your availability
• Able to use good judgement 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
• Managers who genuinely listen and support you

Qualifications

What You’ll Need:

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

No Experience? No Problem.

You do not need previous qualifications or experience in care to join Home Instead.

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.

Opportunities to Progress

Build your career with Home Instead Barnsley. With ongoing paid training, healthcare apprenticeships and support to develop your skills, you could progress into a Lead Care Professional role, earning £26,648-£27,124 a year, or explore opportunities in specialist clinical care and office-based roles.