Care Professional - lunch time through to late evening
Company: Home Instead
Role summary
Care Professional - lunch time through to late evening is a role at Home Instead in Leicester, England, United Kingdom (on-site). Posted 2026-09-04. Experience level: 0-2. No degree required.
- Job title
- Care Professional - lunch time through to late evening
- Company
- Home Instead
- Location
- Leicester, England, United Kingdom
- Work arrangement
- on-site
- Category
- Software Engineering
- Experience level
- 0-2
- Degree required
- No
- Date posted
- 2026-09-04
This is a wonderful opportunity to make a real difference in someone's life by providing compassionate care and support. You don't need a degree to start, and the flexible part-time hours, running from lunchtime into the evening, fit perfectly around other commitments. It's a chance to build meaningful relationships and gain valuable experience.
Job description
Company Description
At Home Instead West Leicestershire & Market Bosworth, we believe care is about building meaningful relationships. Through our unique matching process, we carefully pair Clients and Care Professionals based on shared interests, personalities, hobbies, and backgrounds. This helps create trusted relationships, consistency, and companionship that truly make a difference.
We are currently expanding our team and looking for caring, compassionate Care Professionals to support older adults living independently in their own homes across the local community.
If you are kind-hearted, reliable, and passionate about helping others, we would love to hear from you
Job Description
Available Hours
We are looking for Care Professionals who have access to their own vehicle with a valid driving licence to work mid-afternoon through to late evenings. 2pm-10pm.
Immediate starts are available following completion of training, successful DBS checks, and receipt of four satisfactory references.
What Does the Role Involve?
As a Care Professional, no two days are the same. You will provide person-centred support tailored to each client’s needs while promoting dignity, independence, and wellbeing.
Your role may include:
Companionship and emotional support
Assisting with personal care
Supporting mobility around the home
Medication support and monitoring wellbeing
Light housekeeping, cleaning, and vacuuming
Preparing and cooking meals
Running errands including shopping and prescription collection
Qualifications
What We’re Looking For
We are looking for people who are:
Compassionate and caring
Reliable and trustworthy
Adaptable and personable
Excellent communicators
Passionate about supporting older people
Experience in care is welcome but not essential — full industry-leading training is provided.
Essential Requirements
Full UK Driving Licence
Access to your own reliable vehicle
Right to work in the UK
Good English communication skills
Additional Information
What We Offer
At Home Instead West Leicestershire & Market Bosworth, we value and support our Care Professionals with:
£14.15 – £15.15 per hour
Paid mileage after the first 10 miles
Access to an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
Award-winning induction and ongoing professional development
Local office support team and 24/7 on-call support
Blue Light Discount Card access
Refer a Friend Scheme
Regular team meetings, support visits, and training updates
Recognition and appreciation throughout the year including birthdays and special occasions
Access to special events and wellbeing support
Why Join Home Instead?
This is a rewarding role where you can genuinely make a positive impact on someone’s life every single day. Whether you are experienced in care or looking for a fulfilling new career, you will be joining a supportive team that puts compassion, respect, and people first.
We encourage applications from all sections of the community as we strive to reflect the neighbourhoods in which we work.
Additional Information
Please note that sponsorship is not available for this role at this time.
Home Instead is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. This role is subject to an Enhanced DBS disclosure.
Apply today and start a career where care truly comes from the heart.
At the moment we do not offer sponsorship.
Compensation: GBP 14.15 - GBP 15.15 - hourly
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