Care Professional

Job Description

Your role may include:

• Providing companionship and conversation
• Preparing meals and supporting with nutrition
• Assisting with shopping and running errands
• Supporting with medication reminders
• Accompanying clients to appointments and activities
• Helping with light household tasks
• Providing personal care, including assistance with washing, dressing, and personal hygiene, always delivered with dignity and respect

Ideal Candidate

Essential:

• A valid Category B driving license is a genuine occupational requirement for this role due to the need to travel between remote sites where public transport is unavailable.
• Willing to complete an Enhanced DBS
• You have the right to work in the UK (we do not offer any form of Sponsorship)

Desirable:

• Level 4 English and IT literate
• A desire to genuinely help other people and make a difference
• Resilient, reliable, proactive with a can-do attitude

Start the New Year With Purpose

As a Care Professional, you'll support clients with all aspects of daily living, including personal care, helping them maintain their independence, dignity, and confidence in the place they love most - their own home. Alongside practical support, you'll build meaningful relationships and become a trusted part of their lives.

No experience is necessary. If you have a caring nature and a desire to support others, we'll provide all the training, guidance, and encouragement you need to build a successful career in care.

Change a Life This New Year... Including Your Own.

Additional Information

What happens next?

• As soon as you apply, one of our friendly recruitment team will be in touch with you within 24-48 hours
• We will arrange an interview with you
• If you’re successful, you can be working with us ASAP

Congratulations! You’ll then be part of our fantastic care team here at Home Instead

Apply now to start your care journey with us

 

Company Description

Change a Life This New Year... Including Your Own

Care Professional

Flexible Hours | Full Training Provided

Salary:  £13.30 an hour on weekdays & £14.10 on weekends PLUS DOUBLE PAY on Bank Holiday.  Mileage paid at 0.45p per mile when you have a client with you. 

Location: Yeovil and surrounding villages

Looking for More than Just a Job?

Imagine finishing work each day knowing you've helped someone stay independent, supported them with dignity, and made them smile.

In a world where so many jobs can feel routine, a career in care gives you the opportunity to make a genuine difference to someone's life every single day. Whether you're providing personal care, preparing a meal, offering companionship, or simply being there to listen, your time and kindness can have a lasting impact.

At Home Instead, you'll build meaningful relationships with clients and become a trusted part of their lives. The work can be challenging, but it's also incredibly rewarding, knowing that what you do truly matters.

This New Year, don't just find another job. Find purpose, belonging, and a career you can be proud of.

• Free PPE and full induction training
• Ongoing learning, NVQ/QCF qualifications and clear progression routes
• Refer a Friend Scheme
• Access exclusive employee discounts with a wide range of UK retailers, including discounted gym memberships, family days out, MOTs, servicing and more
• Build strong connections through our regular Care Professional coffee mornings
• Benefit from a dedicated mentoring scheme designed to support all new team members
• Stay informed and engaged with our monthly company newsletter
• Take advantage of convenient on-site free parking