Care and Support Worker - Flexible working

First City Recruitment Solutions; Swindon; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading care staffing agency in Swindon, offering flexible opportunities for Healthcare Assistants and Support Workers. This role provides the chance to make a real difference in people's lives while enjoying a supportive team environment. With competitive pay rates, weekly payments, and a variety of shifts, you can choose the hours that suit your lifestyle. The agency values its staff and offers excellent training and development opportunities, ensuring you can grow in your career while providing compassionate care to those in need.

Benefits

Weekly Pay

Flexible Working Hours

Free Induction Training

Support for Health and Social Care Diplomas

Enhanced Pay for Bank Holidays

Referral Scheme

24/7 Support

NEST Pension Scheme

Blue Light Card Eligibility

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of recent care experience in the UK.
• Willingness to provide personal care and support.

Responsibilities

• Support service users with personal care and daily activities.
• Work independently or as part of a care team.

Skills

Caring and Compassionate

Strong Communication Skills

Personal Care Support

Teamwork

Flexibility

Education

Health and Social Care Diploma

Job description

Join a Leading Care Staffing Agency in Swindon - Flexible Opportunities for Healthcare Assistants and Support Workers

Are you a dedicated and compassionate Healthcare Assistant or Support Worker seeking new and rewarding opportunities in Swindon or the surrounding areas? Do you value flexible working hours that fit around your lifestyle while maintaining the security of consistent support and opportunities?

First City Recruitment, part of the highly regarded First City Group, is actively recruiting enthusiastic, skilled, and reliable Care Assistants and Support Workers to join our growing agency staffing team.

Why Join First City ?

At First City, we recognise that our workforce is at the heart of everything we do.As a valued member of our agency team, you will benefit from a flexible working arrangement that suits your personal and professional commitments, while enjoying consistent shift availability and full support from our experienced office team.

Although agency roles do not guarantee fixed hours, our strong presence in the Swindon area means we are well-positioned to provide our team with regular, reliable shifts and a wide variety of placements.Whether you are looking to gain further experience, explore new settings, or supplement your income, we are here to help you succeed.

Key Role Details

• Location: Swindon and surrounding areas
• Pay: From £13.68 per hour, inclusive of holiday pay — paid weekly every Friday
• Hours: Days or Nights, minimum 12-hour shifts
• Contract Type: Agency/Flexible Working (not a guaranteed hours contract)

We offer a range of shifts giving you exposure to diverse service users, needs, and working dynamics.

What We're Looking For

We are seeking caring, compassionate, and dependable professionals with a genuine commitment to improving the lives of others.The ideal candidate will have a minimum of one year of recent, relevant care experience in the UK, and a willingness to support service users with personal care, daily activities, and emotional wellbeing.

You'll be confident working both independently and as part of a wider care team, and you'll bring a positive, respectful attitude that aligns with our organisational values.

We Welcome Candidates With Experience In:

• Residential Care
• Domiciliary / Homecare
• Complex and 1:1 Care
• Support Work for Adults and Children
• Healthcare Assistant (HCA) roles in various settings
• Mental Health Support
• Autism Support and Challenging Behaviour
• Elderly and Dementia Care

If you've worked in one or more of these environments, we'd love to hear from you.

What You'll Receive in Return

Working with First City means being part of a team that truly values its staff.We offer:

• Excellent pay rates:£13.68- £15.68 per hour (inclusive of holiday pay)
• Weekly pay, every Friday
• Flexible working hours - choose the shifts that suit you
• 12-hour shifts available for day and night positions
• Free, in-house classroom-based induction training
• Support to complete Health and Social Care Diplomas (subject to eligibility and terms)
• Enhanced pay for bank holidays and the festive season
• Referral scheme - earn rewards when you recommend a friend
• 24/7 support from our experienced office and on-call team
• NEST pension scheme
• Eligibility for a Blue Light Card - providing nationwide discounts on retail, travel, and leisure

We are committed to supporting the professional growth of our staff.Our structured training and development programme will help you build skills, gain confidence, and progress within the care sector.

Key Requirements:

To be considered for this opportunity, candidates must meet the following criteria:

• A minimum of 1 year's recent UK care experience
• The right to work in the UK (we are unable to offer visa sponsorship)
• Willingness to provide personal care, including bathing and toileting
• Reliable access to transport - due to the location of certain clients
• A caring, patient, and empathetic approach to care
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build rapport with service users
• Willingness to work as part of a team or independently
• A flexible attitude to shift patterns and service requirements

Ready to Take the Next Step?

If you are a passionate Care Assistant or Support Worker who is looking for an agency that values its team, provides real flexibility, and offers opportunities for development, we would be delighted to hear from you.

Apply today and take the next step in your care career with First City— where your skills, experience, and compassion truly matter.