Care Assistant

About Us

Home Instead has been providing high-quality care and support to older people in York since 2009 and expanded into Scarborough and Ryedale in 2020. We are proud to be rated ‘Good’ across all areas by CQC.

We are a family-run organisation driven by one simple principle: providing the kind of care we would want for our own parents and grandparents — what we call “the Mum Test.”

The Role

We are looking for compassionate and reliable Care Professionals to join our team. This is a highly rewarding role where no two days are the same, and you have the time to truly make a difference.

Unlike rushed care environments, we ensure minimum 1-hour visits, allowing you to build meaningful relationships and deliver person-centred care.

Pay & Benefits

• £13.15 per hour during your probationary period
• £13.50 per hour upon successfully achieving your care certificate and completion of your probation.
• 45p per mile mileage allowance between calls
• Paid annual MOT after probation
• Full training and shadowing with experienced Care Professionals
• Level 2 & 3 care qualifications supported
• 28 days holiday allowance (including bank holidays) pro rata’d to your working pattern
• £250 employee referral bonus scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme

Working Patterns

We aim to offer consistent schedules so clients and Care Professionals can build trust and familiarity.

We work on a two week working pattern  which includes:

• The same 2,3 or 4 weekdays each week, plus alternate weekends
• Shift times: Either 8:00am–2:00pm and/or 4:15pm–9:00pm
•  Once you have decided whether you are applying for either mornings, evenings or full days, this will then be your set working pattern.

A driving licence and access to your own vehicle are essential due to travel between client visits.

Key Responsibilities

Your role will focus on supporting clients to live independently and comfortably in their own homes. Duties may include:

• Companionship and meaningful social interaction
• Meal preparation and light housekeeping
• Shopping and accompanying clients to appointments
• Personal care such as bathing, dressing, and grooming
• Supporting wellbeing, dignity, and independence

About You

No formal qualifications are required. We welcome people from all backgrounds, especially those with transferable skills or personal experience caring for others.

You will need:

• A caring, compassionate nature
• A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle
• Availability to work flexible hours, including some weekends
• Right to work in the UK (we are unable to offer sponsorship)

Requirements:

• Driving licence and vehicle 
• Availability to work hours that meet clients' needs

This position is within the UK, so would require you to already be living in or near York, UK.

We are not able to offer sponsorship for this position.

Why Join Us?

This is more than just a job — it’s a chance to build trusted relationships and make a real difference every day. You’ll be supported, trained, and valued as a Care Professional, not just a care worker.

Apply Today

If you are ready to start a rewarding career in care and want to be part of a supportive, people-focused team, we would love to hear from you.