Care Worker

Choices Homecare Ltd; Barnsley; Hybrid; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A community care organization is seeking compassionate Domiciliary Care Workers in Barnsley to support individuals in living independently and safely in their homes. Candidates will assist with personal care, medication, and daily tasks while promoting emotional well-being. Flexible hours are available, with zero-hour contracts and a minimum commitment of 20 hours per week. Full training is provided, and a full UK driving licence is required for certain routes. Benefits include comprehensive training, career progression, and a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Comprehensive training

Career progression opportunities

Supportive team environment

Employee Assistance Program

£250 Refer-a-Friend Scheme

Qualifications

• A caring, compassionate approach.
• Commitment to putting people first.
• UK Driving licence and own vehicle is essential.

Responsibilities

• Supporting individuals with personal care needs.
• Assisting with medication administration.
• Preparing meals and assisting with eating.
• Promoting independence and engagement.
• Building positive relationships with individuals.
• Supporting emotional well-being.
• Maintaining accurate records.
• Ensuring a clean and safe environment.

Skills

Compassionate approach

Excellent communication

Teamwork skills

Job description

Choices Homecare are seeking compassionate Domiciliary Care Workers for our locations across the Barnsley region.

Supporting individuals to live safely, independently, and with dignity in their own home and community, empowering them to live the life they choose. If you can demonstrate a compassionate, caring and ‘can do' attitude then join a team that values people always.

About Choices Homecare

Choices Homecare is proudly part of the Optimo Care Group that supports service users across the UK with over 1,500 dedicated employees and a strong presence across multiple regions. We collaborate closely with local authorities, healthcare providers, and care professionals to deliver outcome-focused care.

Working hours

Our service provides care 7 days a week between 07:00 – 22:00. (These are split into 7am-3pm and 3pm-10pm shifts). We welcome applicants who seek both full-time and part-time hours. Please indicate your preference of working days and hours at the 1st point of contact with our colleagues.

We cover Barnsley town, Cudworth, Dearne, Worsbrough, Wombwell, Penistone, Darton, Dodworth, Darfield.

We offer flexible zero-hour contracts where you can choose to work as many hours as you'd like. To keep things fair for everyone, we ask for a minimum of 20 hours each week, with every other weekend included. You'll work on a simple 2-week rolling rota, so you'll always know your schedule in advance.

Location

Barnsley

Key Responsibilities Of a Care Worker

• Supporting individuals with personal care needs such as washing, dressing, and toileting.
• Assisting with medication administration and documentation in line with care plans.
• Preparing meals and assisting with eating and drinking where required.
• Promoting independence and encouraging service users to engage in daily living tasks.
• Building positive relationships with individuals and their families.
• Supporting emotional well-being and recognising signs of distress or changes in behaviour.
• Maintaining accurate records and communicating effectively with colleagues and supervisors.
• Ensuring a clean, safe, and comfortable environment in the home.
• Respecting confidentiality and always maintaining professional boundaries.

What You'll Need

• A caring, compassionate approach.
• A commitment to putting people first.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Experience preferred but not essential – full training provided.
• UK Driving licence and own vehicle is essential within certain routes/locations (We pay 30p per mile fuel allowance)
• Alternative weekend availability

Benefits Of Working With Choices Homecare

• Flexible Working: Full-time, part time or permanent contracts with flexibility to accommodate work‑life balance.
• Comprehensive Training: Optimo learning academy - Ongoing training and development to help you grow within the role and the company.
• Career Progression: Opportunities for career advancement within our growing organisation.
• Supportive Team Environment: A friendly and supportive team committed to delivering the highest standard of care.
• Employee Assistance Program: Everyone receives the health assured EAP, ensuring professional support is always available for whatever life throws at you, because your wellbeing matters.
• Reward Gateway – Whether it is giving thanks to colleagues, celebrating meaningful anniversaries, or saving money on your day‑to‑day spending, our reward and recognition platform provides you with access to a wide range of non-salary benefits and genuine shopping discounts.
• £250 Refer‑a‑Friend Scheme: Receive a £250 bonus when you refer someone who successfully joins the team.

Please Note

• This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Candidates must have current and valid Right to Work in the UK.
• You’ll need a full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle. As you will be travelling between clients, you’ll also need to provide proof of car insurance during the recruitment process.