via Indeed · 9 October 2026 ·1 day ago

Home Help & Home Care workers

Age UK
Leicester
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ZERO HOURS \- HOME HELP – HOME CARE WORKERS – VARIOUS LOCATIONS

About Us: Age UK Leicester Shire \& Rutland is more than a Charity, we are a lifeline to older people in our local communities. Part of our mission is to support older people in their everyday lives and help them to live independently.

We have an amazing number of job opportunities for Home Care \& Home Help Workers to join our team, held in various locations around, Leicester, Leicestershire including:

Oadby LE2 Syston \& East Goscote LE7

Wigston LE18 Melton Mowbray LE13

Narborough LE19 Loughborough LE11

Cosby LE9 Wymeswold LE12

Countesthorpe LE8

We’re simply looking for compassionate individuals who share our core values of fostering independence, dignity, and respect.

ZERO HOURS \- Enhanced DBS applies. Applicants must have a driving licence and access to their own vehicle, with the ability to gain business insurance. We do NOT hold a sponsorship licence. You must reside in or around the above areas

We are seeking dedicated staff to support with the following:

  • Companionship

  • Shopping

  • Social Outings

  • Laundry \& Ironing

  • Respite

  • Meal Preparation

  • Domestic Cleaning

  • Personal care (optional)
KEY SKILLS
  • Experience in commercial/domestic cleaning or similar roles is preferred.

  • Strong customer service skills with the ability to interact positively with clients

  • Attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining high standards of cleanliness.

  • Ability to work independently.

  • Good organisational skills and the ability to manage time effectively.

  • Ability to problem solve and find solutions

  • Highly organised

  • Adaptability with a flexible approach
What can we offer you?
  • Local work

  • Paid travel time \& mileage

  • Paid holiday

  • Free uniform

  • Extensive training on full pay

  • Competitive rates of pay, including enhancements if you choose to work on bank holidays, weekends, or during unsociable hours

  • Opportunity to gain recognised qualifications

  • Company pension
Contract Type: Zero hours

Hours: Flexible

Salary : £13\.10 per hour

Closing date : 21/10/2026

Interview Dates : TBC

If you share our aim of supporting older people to remain independent at home and would like to make a positive contribution to the lives of local older people, please submit your CV to jobs@ageukleics.org.uk

Age UK Leicester, Shire and Rutland are an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive workplace and encourage applications from all sections of the community.

Pay: £13\.10 per hour

Expected hours: 5\.0 – 10\.0 per week

Benefits:

  • Company pension

  • Health \& wellbeing programme

  • Life insurance

  • Private medical insurance
Work Location: In person

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