Care Assistant - Wadebridge
Responsibilities
- Provide high-quality care tailored to each person’s individual needs
- Aid with personal care tasks such as bathing, dressing, and grooming
- Support with meal preparation, nutrition, and medication management
- Carry out light housekeeping duties including tidying, laundry, and cleaning
- Be a dependable, friendly, and familiar presence for the customers you care for
Benefits
- Hourly rates of £13.80 weekdays, £14.30 weekends, £24 Bank Holidays, £12.71 travel time, 35p/mile mileage rate
- Part-time and full-time options available
- Full induction and ongoing expert training
- Flexible shift patterns
- Uniform and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) provided
- Regular support and ongoing career development
- A friendly, inclusive team with 24/7 support
- 28 days annual leave, pro-rated
- Monthly attendance-based bonus
- Free Health Cash Scheme membership after probation period
Requirements
- A full UK driving license and access to a vehicle
- A kind, compassionate attitude and a calm approach to care
- Great communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships
- The ability to follow care plans
- Previous care experience is beneficial but not required as full training will be provided
Pay & Schedule
Hourly rates: £13.80 weekdays, £14.30 weekends, £24 Bank Holidays, £12.71 travel time, 35p/mile mileage rate
Schedule
Flexible shift patterns are offered
Qualifications
No specific qualifications are required, but previous care experience is beneficial and will be provided training.
Skills
Kindness, compassion, great communication skills, ability to follow care plans, and a calm approach to care are essential.
Benefits
- 28 days annual leave, pro-rated
- Monthly attendance-based bonus
- Free Health Cash Scheme membership after probation period
Pay
Hourly rates: £13.80 weekdays, £14.30 weekends, £24 Bank Holidays, £12.71 travel time, 35p/mile mileage rate
Schedule
Flexible shift patterns are offered
Bluebird Care
We are the best at what we do and it's all thanks to talented people like you. As the leading Home Care provider, we take pride in our work and we're looking for a caring and dedicated Care Assistant to join our Care Expert Team and help us set the standard.
About the Role
We help our customers feel comfortable in their own homes by supporting them in all aspects of daily living. You'll be supporting people independently or as part of a supportive team. This isn't just a job, it's a chance to bring purpose and dignity to someone's life.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Bluebird Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer. DBS checking and references will be undertaken in line with government regulations and recruitment best practices.