Home Instead

Healthcare

LeadCareProfessional

£25–26k Sheffield, England, United Kingdom; Barnsley, England, United Kingdom CONTRACT
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

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The Brief

“Lead Care Professional at Home Instead. Skills: Care provision, Client support. Support clients with personalised service. Provide companionship”

What You'll Achieve.

Remain safe; Remain independent; Remain happy

Industry & Context.

Healthcare
Eligibility Requirements

Alternate weekends, Occasional nights, Own car

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Care experience required, Full UK driving licence, Access to reliable transport

What You'll Do.

Support clients with personalised service

Provide companionship

Provide meaningful conversation

Assist with personal care

Provide medication prompts

Perform light household tasks

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Supportive team culture; Quarterly forums

Communication Scope

Good communication skills; Build relationships

Full Job Description

Apply for a role where care is treated as the professional role it truly is, with an award-winning, 5-star rated employer. 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. Lead Care Professional 📍 Location: Sheffield & Barnsley 📄 Employment Type: Full-Time Contract 🕒 Rota: 5-day week, 9-hour availability, alternate weekends and occasional nights 💰 Salary: £25,350 - £26,325 💼 Experience: Care experience required Why Join Home Instead of Sheffield & Barnsley? 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 pr

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