19 Hour Driving Community Carer

TN United Kingdom; Bristol; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a compassionate and dedicated individual to join their community care team in Bristol. This role focuses on providing exceptional personal care and support to clients, helping them maintain their independence and wellbeing. You will work closely with a supportive team, ensuring that each day brings new opportunities to make a positive impact in the lives of others. Comprehensive training will be provided, making this an excellent opportunity for those looking to start a rewarding career in care. Join a family-like environment where your kindness and commitment to excellent service will shine.

Benefits

Fully funded healthcare cash plan scheme

45p mileage allowance

Competitive pay rates

Paid comprehensive induction

Free DBS Check

Free Blue Light Card

Cycle to Work Scheme

Pension Scheme with Death In Service Cover

Company Sick Pay

Access to Mental Health First Aiders

Qualifications

• No formal care experience required; lived experience and personal qualities are more important.
• Ability to work on your own initiative with a great sense of humour.

Responsibilities

• Provide outstanding personal care and support to clients in their homes.
• Help maintain individuals' independence and wellbeing through person-centred care.

Skills

Communication Skills

Compassion

Timekeeping

Customer Service

Job description

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19 Hour Driving Community Carer, Bristol

Client: Brunelcare

Location: Bristol, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 8f47f51da5fe

Job Views: 6

Posted: 05.05.2025

Expiry Date: 19.06.2025

Job Description:

About The Role

• Working within community services is highly touching; you will be enabling individuals to stay within their own homes.
• You will provide outstanding personal care and support to clients living within the local community.
• Each day, you will help maintain individuals' independence and wellbeing.
• Person-centred care will be at the heart of everything you do, which may include administering medication in line with a client's care plan—full training will be provided.
• We are more than a team; we are a family. Support is available through team leaders, senior carers, and our friendly office team.
• We are a national living wage employer.
• A £500 welcome bonus is payable upon completion of the probation period or after 6 months for internal transfers.

About You

• A naturally kind, patient, and compassionate person, able to put a smile on clients' faces.
• Great communication and listening skills to understand clients' stories.
• Committed to delivering excellent customer service, remembering the little things like a milky tea with 2 sugars.
• Respectful of dignity and privacy, visiting clients' homes and meeting their families and friends.
• Ability to work on your own initiative with a great sense of humour; no two days are the same.
• Excellent timekeeping skills; clients rely on you to be punctual and attentive.
• No formal care experience required; lived experience and personal qualities are more important as full training will be provided.
• A driving license and your own vehicle are essential due to the support needs and distances involved.

Hours

You will work on a rolling basis:

Week One: Saturday 7am - 12pm and 4pm - 10pm; Sunday 7am - 12pm and 4pm - 10pm

Week Two: Thursday 4pm - 10pm; Saturday 7am - 12pm; Sunday 7am - 12pm

If you'd like to learn more before applying, contact our Recruitment & Retention Team:

• Email: [e-mail]
• Telephone: [phone]

Benefits include:

• Contracted hours
• New Benefit: Fully funded healthcare cash plan scheme
• 45p mileage allowance & 1 hour pay for every 20 miles traveled between clients
• Competitive pay rates plus £1/hour weekend enhancement and double time for bank holidays
• Paid comprehensive and flexible induction
• Free DBS Check and uniform
• £25 towards yearly MOT
• Free Blue Light Card
• Colleague Voice Representatives
• Access to Mental Health First Aiders
• Equivalent to 30 days paid annual leave, increasing after 5 years
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Pension Scheme with Death In Service Cover
• Company Sick Pay
• Care First Employee Assistance Programme

Please Note: If invited for an interview, you will need to bring documents for a DBS check and to verify your right-to-work. Details will be provided by the hiring manager. All copies will be destroyed following GDPR guidelines.