Care Assistant
Bluebird Care Durham North · South Somerset, NY · 3 mo ago
OTHRFull-time
Responsibilities
- Provide high-quality care tailored to each person’s individual needs
- Aid with personal care tasks such as bathing, dressing, grooming
- Assist with meal preparation, nutrition, and medication management
- Support with light housework including tidying, laundry, and cleaning
- Be a dependable, friendly, and familiar presence for customers
Benefits
- £13 per hour on weekdays, £13.50 per hour on evenings, £14 per hour on weekends, £20 per hour for bank holidays
- 70p per mile for travel expenses
- Up to 35 hours per week with flexible shift patterns available
- Full induction and ongoing expert training provided
- Flexible shift patterns offered
- Uniform and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) provided
- Regular support and ongoing career development opportunities
- Enrollment in the company pension scheme
- A friendly, inclusive team with 24/7 support available
Requirements
- A full UK driving license and access to a vehicle
- The right to work in the UK (no sponsorship or visa switching offered)
- A kind, compassionate attitude and a calm approach to care
- Great communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships
- Ability to follow care plans
- Previous care experience is beneficial but not required as full training will be provided
Pay
£13.00 - £20.00 per hour (plus mileage/travel pay)
Schedule
Flexible shift patterns available
Qualifications
No specific qualifications are required, but previous care experience is beneficial.