Make a Real Difference — Join Our Home Care Team in Leicester
Abbey Support & Services is recruiting compassionate, dedicated home carers across Leicester and Leicestershire. If you care deeply about people and want a career that truly matters, we want to hear from you.
Working in home care is one of the most rewarding things you can do. Every day, our carers make a genuine difference to the lives of people across Leicester and Leicestershire.
At Abbey Support & Services, we invest in our people. We offer flexible working, competitive pay, full training and real opportunities to grow your career.
13+ Years
Established in Leicester
Local Team
Carers across Leicestershire
Roles Available
Full-time, part-time & flexible
Full Training
No experience needed
Why Choose a Career With Abbey Support & Services?
Great care starts with great carers — and great carers deserve to work somewhere that values them.
Competitive Pay
Competitive hourly rates that recognise the skill, dedication and importance of your work. Pay reviewed regularly.
Flexible Hours
Full-time, part-time and flexible working patterns to suit your lifestyle — mornings, evenings, weekdays or weekends.
Full Training Provided
Comprehensive induction training, ongoing professional development and funding support for formal care qualifications.
Real Career Progression
We promote from within. Many senior team members started as carers. We support you every step of the way.
A Supportive Team
Our management team is accessible, approachable and committed to supporting you — practically and emotionally.
Mileage Allowance
We pay a mileage allowance for travel between client visits, properly recognised and reimbursed.
CQC-Registered Employer
Your registration and professional credibility are built on a solid, recognised foundation for your long-term career.
Work That Matters
Every day, you leave knowing you have made a genuine difference to someone's life. That sense of purpose is rare.
Current Vacancies — Roles Available Now in Leicester
We are currently recruiting across Leicester and Leicestershire. Don't see the right role? Get in touch — we're always happy to hear from motivated, compassionate people.
Community Home Carer
Primary RoleFull-time or Part-time · Leicester & Leicestershire · Competitive hourly rate
As a Community Home Carer, you will provide person-centred care and support to clients in their own homes. No two days are the same — and no contribution is more valued.
What you will be doing:
- Assisting with personal care — washing, dressing and grooming
- Medication prompts and administration support
- Meal preparation, hydration monitoring and light domestic tasks
- Companionship, conversation and emotional support
- Accompanying clients to appointments and community activities
- Completing accurate care records and handover notes
What we are looking for:
- A genuine passion for caring for people
- Reliability, punctuality and a positive attitude
- Good communication and listening skills
- Access to a vehicle and a valid UK driving licence (preferred)
- Previous care experience is helpful but not essential — full training provided
What you will receive:
Senior Care Worker
ExperiencedFull-time · Leicester · Competitive salary
Our Senior Care Workers play a key role in delivering high-quality care and supporting junior team members. Ideal for an experienced carer ready for the next step.
What you will be doing:
- Delivering personal care to a caseload of clients
- Supporting and mentoring junior carers
- Assisting with care assessments and plan reviews
- Acting as a point of contact for clients, families and coordination
- Maintaining compliance with CQC standards and Abbey policies
What we are looking for:
- Minimum 2 years of home care experience
- NVQ / QCF Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care (or working towards)
- Strong communication skills and professional manner
- Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle
Care Coordinator
Office-BasedFull-time · Leicester Office · Competitive salary
Our Care Coordinators are the organisational heartbeat of Abbey. You will schedule care visits, communicate with families, and ensure smooth day-to-day operations.
What you will be doing:
- Coordinating and scheduling carer visits across Leicester & Leicestershire
- Responding to client and family enquiries promptly
- Managing carer rotas and holiday cover
- Supporting the registered manager with compliance and reporting
- Maintaining accurate client and staff records
What we are looking for:
- Experience in a care coordination, scheduling or administrative role (preferred)
- Strong organisational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities
- Excellent telephone manner and written communication
- Confident using scheduling or care management software (training provided)
Don't see the right role?
We're always keen to hear from motivated, compassionate people who share our values.
How Our Recruitment Process Works
Straightforward and supportive. Here's exactly what to expect.
Apply
Complete our online application form or call us directly on 07718 170186.
Initial Conversation
A friendly, informal call — not a formal interview — to understand your motivations.
Interview
Face-to-face or video interview at our Leicester office to discuss experience and values.
Pre-Employment Checks
Enhanced DBS check, employment history verification and reference checks.
Induction & Training
Structured induction, shadow shifts and a full introduction to your caseload.
Apply
Complete our online application form or call us directly on 07718 170186.
Initial Conversation
A friendly, informal call — not a formal interview — to understand your motivations.
Interview
Face-to-face or video interview at our Leicester office to discuss experience and values.
Pre-Employment Checks
Enhanced DBS check, employment history verification and reference checks.
Induction & Training
Structured induction, shadow shifts and a full introduction to your caseload.
Training, Development and Career Growth at Abbey
We believe that investing in our team is the most important investment we make.
Induction Training
Safeguarding, moving and handling, medication awareness, infection control, first aid, dementia awareness and communication skills — alongside practical shadow shifts.
Qualifications Support
We actively support team members pursuing Level 2 or Level 3 Diplomas in Health and Social Care, or specialist qualifications in dementia or palliative care.
Ongoing CPD
Regular refresher training, specialist modules and team learning sessions throughout the year — keeping skills sharp and knowledge current to CQC standards.
Career Pathway
Your career with Abbey can go as far as you are willing to take it.
Hear From Our Team
Here is what our carers and coordinators say about working at Abbey Support & Services.
"I joined Abbey with no experience in care and was nervous about starting. The induction training was thorough, the team were so welcoming, and within a few weeks I felt completely confident in my role. I genuinely love going to work every day."
— Priya D.
Community Home Carer, Leicester
"I have been with Abbey for four years. In that time I have gone from a part-time carer to a senior care worker, and I am currently working towards my Level 3 diploma with their support. They genuinely invest in you."
— Marcus T.
Senior Care Worker, Oadby
"The flexibility at Abbey is something I have not found anywhere else. As a parent with school-age children, being able to choose shifts that work around my family has made all the difference. And the team always makes sure I feel supported."
— Sandra W.
Community Home Carer, Wigston
Apply to Join Our Team
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Join the Abbey Support & Services team in Leicester — and make a real difference every single day.