Care Assistant

We offer very flexible scheduling rather than fixed set shifts. However, the following requirements apply:

All Care Professionals must work a minimum of two days per week that include anti-social hours, meaning starting at 6:45am or finishing at 10:00pm.

We do not operate on strict shift blocks (e.g. 7am-3pm or 3pm-10pm). Instead, we build schedules around each Care Professional's availability while ensuring service needs are met and the above requirements are fulfilled.

Care Professionals must work alternate weekends.

We have very flexible weekly working hours, but candidates must provide a minimum availability of 10 hours per week, while still meeting our required conditions (minimum two days including anti-social hours and alternate weekends).

The role initially operates on a 0-hour contract during the probationary period. After successfully completing probation, we are able to offer an average-hours contract based on the hours you have consistently worked.

Why Join Home Instead Derby?

2025 Award-Winning Training & Development

No experience needed - full training provided

Ongoing learning and career development

Supportive Buddy Scheme when you start

Employee Assistance Programme (wellbeing support)

Paid annual leave & pension scheme

DBS cost reimbursed after probation

Paid MOT after 1 year of service

Recognition & reward programmes

We also prioritise quality care:

Minimum 1-hour morning visits

Minimum 45-minute afternoon visits

Time to build meaningful relationships and no rushed care

Your Role

As a Care Assistant, you'll help clients live independently in their own homes by:

Supporting them to stay safe, comfortable, and secure

Providing personal care with dignity and respect

Preparing meals and assisting with daily routines

Offering companionship and emotional support

Assisting with medication reminders

Encouraging independence and promoting wellbeing

This is a role where you can make a genuine difference every single day.

What You'll Need

A caring, patient, and reliable nature

Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle

Make a real difference in your community. We're looking for kind, reliable people to support clients in their own homes across Derby and surrounding areas.

Whether you're experienced or new to care, we provide industry-leading training and ongoing support to help you succeed and thrive.

Areas Covered

Derby City & Suburbs Including: Derby City Centre, Pride Park, Mickleover, Littleover, Chaddesden, Oakwood, Spondon, Allestree, Darley Abbey, Mackworth, Markeaton, and surrounding areas.

Amber Valley & Rural Derbyshire Including: Ashbourne, West Hallam, Stanley Common, Belper, Duffield, Holbrook, Ambergate, and Heage.

Pay & Hours

£13.35 per hour (weekdays)

£14.25 per hour (weekends and weekdays before 8am/after 6pm)

Double pay on Bank Holidays

Paid travel time between visits (£12.85 per hour)

Shift patterns