Care Assistants

Acorn by SynergieSouth Moltonreedpublished 10/12/2026

About the company

Home Instead North Devon & Exmoor is recruiting Care Assistants and Care Professionals to join its award-winning home care team across Barnstaple, Braunton, Bideford, South Molton, North Devon and Exmoor.

At Home Instead North Devon & Exmoor, care is delivered differently. With minimum one-hour visits, you'll have time to build genuine relationships with the people you support, without feeling rushed.

Home Instead North Devon & Exmoor welcomes applicants from all backgrounds, including those with no previous care experience.

Your tasks

  • Provide companionship and emotional support to clients in their own homes.
  • Spend time chatting with clients and building positive relationships.
  • Assist with meal preparation and everyday activities.
  • Support clients with personal care when required.
  • Provide medication reminders.
  • Help clients with shopping and other daily tasks.
  • Support clients in attending hobbies, activities and appointments.
  • Encourage independence and help clients maintain their quality of life.

Requirements

No previous care experience is required, as full, award-winning training is provided. Many Care Professionals have previously worked in retail, hospitality, childcare and customer service.

  • Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.
  • Right to work in the UK.
  • Kind, caring and reliable nature.
  • Enjoyment of helping people and building relationships.
  • Willingness to make a positive difference in people's lives.
  • Applicants must be aged 18 or over.
  • No previous care experience required, as full training is provided.

What we offer

Looking for flexible work that fits around your life?

Whether you're a parent looking for school hours, a student, semi-retired, changing careers or simply looking for extra hours, this is an opportunity to find a rewarding role that works for you.

You'll also be matched with clients close to where you live to help reduce travel time.

  • £13.40-£14.60 per hour.
  • Paid mileage and paid travel time between clients.
  • Flexible working hours to suit your lifestyle.
  • Choice of 5-35 guaranteed hours per week.
  • Zero-hours opportunities available for additional flexibility.
  • Visits scheduled between 6:45am and 10pm.
  • Morning-only, evening-only or mixed working patterns available.
  • Every other weekend working, rather than every weekend.
  • Minimum one-hour client visits.
  • Clients matched close to where you live to reduce travel time.
  • Full, award-winning training with no previous care experience required.
  • Fully funded Level 2, 3, 4 and 5 qualifications in Health and Social Care.
  • Specialist training in dementia, Parkinson's and end-of-life care.
  • Career progression opportunities, with many supervisors having started as Care Professionals.
  • Company pension.
  • Employee referral bonus.
  • Employee discounts.
  • Friendly, supportive local office team.

How to apply

If you're looking for a flexible and rewarding opportunity as a Care Assistant, Home Care Assistant or Care Professional in Barnstaple, Braunton, Bideford, South Molton, North Devon or Exmoor, apply today.

No CV is needed to start the conversation. Join an award-winning care team and make a real difference every day.

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Care Assistant | Home Care Assistant | Care Professional

Barnstaple, Braunton, Bideford, South Molton, North Devon & Exmoor | £13.40-£14.60 per Hour + Paid Mileage & Travel Time | Flexible Hours | Full-Time & Part-Time | No Experience Required

Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.