Care Assistant - Flexible Shifts, Training & Benefits

Bluebird Care Durham North; Melton; On-site; AUD 40,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly rate £15.00-£15.50 with holiday

Bank holiday uplift £30.00-£31.00

35–40 hours/week

Mileage allowance 35p

28 days paid holiday

Early Access Pay Scheme

Discounts for carers

Employee Assistance Programme

DBS check paid for

Training and shadowing

Protective awards

Nursing pathway access

Job summary

Bluebird Care Rushcliffe & Melton is seeking a Care Assistant to support customers at home, delivering high-quality care aligned to individual needs. You will work with a team to ensure compassionate, person-centered services and help clients maintain independence in their own homes.

The role offers an excellent hourly rate (£15.00–£15.50), full-time hours (35–40 per week), mileage allowance, and a range of benefits including paid holidays and training.

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.
• Kind, compassionate attitude with 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.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality care tailored to each person’s needs.
• Assist with personal care (bathing, dressing, grooming).
• Help with meal preparation, nutrition and planning.
• Support with medication, prescriptions and safe disposal.
• Carry out light housework like tidying, laundry, and cleaning.
• Be a dependable, friendly, familiar face for customers.

Skills

Driving license

Communication

Care planning

Care experience

Compassionate

Job description

Bluebird Care Rushcliffe & Melton is seeking a Care Assistant to support customers at home, delivering high-quality care aligned to individual needs. You will work with a team to ensure compassionate, person-centered services and help clients maintain independence in their own homes.

The role offers an excellent hourly rate (£15.00–£15.50), full-time hours (35–40 per week), mileage allowance, and a range of benefits including paid holidays and training.