Become a home-based care worker
Home‑based care workers support adults to live safely, independently, and with dignity in their own homes.
Do you enjoy helping people and building relationships? Do you want work that feels worthwhile at the end of the day?
A career in home‑based care could be right for you.
Working in home-based care
Home‑based care, also known as home care, helps people stay well and enjoy life at home, in their own way. You help people feel safe, respected and confident each day.
Many home-based care jobs can fit around your life. Employers often offer flexible hours and full training when you start.
Is this role right for you?
You do not need care experience to apply. Employers provide training and support to help you succeed.
What matters most are your values and how you treat people.
You may enjoy this role if you:
- treat people with kindness and respect
- listen well and build trust
- are patient, reliable and honest
If this sounds like you, you may enjoy working in home‑based care.
What you’ll do in this role
You support people with everyday tasks in their own homes. Your work will vary based on each person's needs.
This may include:
- helping someone wash or get dressed
- preparing simple meals or help with shopping
- supporting people to take medication safely
- offering conversation and reassurance
- helping people live independently, safely and with dignity
It involves supporting adults who are older, disabled or need extra help at home.
Why work in home-based care?
Benefits vary by employer, but many roles offer:
- competitive hourly pay, with chances to earn more over time
- paid mileage between visits
- flexible hours to fit around your life
- paid training and ongoing support to build skills and confidence
- refer‑a‑friend bonuses for recommending others
- employee discounts and other benefits
- opportunities to progress and develop in your career
Most importantly, your work can make a real difference to people’s lives every day.
Find home-based care roles near you
We work with trusted home care providers across Nottinghamshire.
The CareFind website can help you explore providers and current job opportunities in your area.
Find home care providers for job postings using CareFind (select the "Home Care" tab)
Hear from home-based care workers
These videos show home‑based care workers talking about their jobs and the difference they make by supporting people in their own homes.
Jane – working in home care
Jane talks about her work supporting people at home and why she enjoys caring for others. [3 minutes, YouTube]
Richard and Leah – companionship and support
Richard and Leah talk about companionship, conversation, and everyday support in home‑based care. [2 minutes, YouTube]
There’s no place like home – choice and independence
Care workers talk about supporting people at home and why care is about connection and choice. [3 minutes, YouTube]
(Please note this video was filmed before the pandemic.)
