Recruitment Care Professional Sheffield South_T040 * 5 star Employer Award 2025 *

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.

 

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
• Regular social events
• 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
• Medication prompts
• 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
• A supportive team culture built on respect
• Managers who genuinely listen and support you

What Happens Next?

Once you apply, you’ll receive an acknowledgement within 24 hours.

If you’re a standout candidate, we may contact you even sooner.

We carefully review every application and, if we’re the right fit for each other, we’ll guide you through training and support you every step of the way.

We look forward to meeting you.

Qualifications

 

 

Additional Information

 

We are currently unable to provide sponsorships