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 Doncaster. 

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 Doncaster.

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

We’re looking for people who can work:

• 7am - 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

Our clients rely on us for stability, respect, and genuine human connection. Your visits may include:

• Companionship and meaningful conversation
• Personal care (washing, dressing, bathing)
• Light household tasks
• Medication prompts
• Meal preparation
• Attending appointments or shopping

Who We’re Looking For

You do not need care experience.

Values matter far more.

You might be ideal if you are:

• 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

What Happens Next

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!

Essential Requirements:

• 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

Preferred Qualifications:

• 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

Be part of the Home Instead community and work with friendly like-minded people who share your values. Whether you already have experience in the care sector or are looking for a new career, we would love to hear from you!  Click apply today!