Care Assistant (Female) - Driver Required

Location: Bedford • Contract type: Care Delivery • £15.80 - £15.80 per hour

Requirements

• Female applicants only (Schedule 9, Equality Act 2010)
• Full UK driving licence
• Access to your own car for work
• Ability to work alternate weekends (both Saturday and Sunday) as a minimum
• Right to work in the UK (UK Passport / UK Birth Certificate / Settled Status)

This role is subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

About the role

As a Care Assistant, you'll support customers to remain safe, independent and comfortable in their own homes. You'll be part of a small local team, building meaningful relationships with the people you support and making a genuine difference to their daily lives. No previous care experience is required as full training is provided.

Responsibilities

• Personal care
• Medication support
• Meal preparation and nutritional support
• Companionship and emotional support
• Promoting independence and choice
• Accurate care documentation

Benefits

A Better Work-Life Balance

• Flexible working patterns
• No zero-hour contracts
• Small, local rounds to minimise travel time
• More time with customers through longer visits

A Supportive Team Around You

• Friendly, approachable management team and a culture where your voice is heard and valued
• Regular one-to-one wellbeing check-ins
• Access to our Wellbeing Hub
• Access to a Registered CBT-trained Counsellor

Learning, Development & Career Progression

• Ongoing learning and development opportunities
• Clear career progression pathways
• Opportunities to develop specialist skills
• Support to achieve professional qualifications

Pay

£15.80 per hour + 35p per mile mileage