Overview
Spire Homecare is a domiciliary care provider dedicated to supporting people in their own homes with dignity and respect. Our experienced carers deliver personalised, compassionate care across a variety of needs – whether that’s personal care, companionship, or live‑in support. We believe that each individual deserves to live independently, with a care plan designed around their own preferences and lifestyle. At Spire Homecare we have built a reputation for reliable, person‑centred care. Our team comprises fully trained carers and office staff who work passionately to support our clients’ independence. We deliver flexible care packages – from short visits to 24‑hour live‑in care – and tailor our services to each individual’s needs. Our care includes personal care, supported living, learning disability support, respite, dementia, live‑in, and night care. We approach every assignment with dignity and respect, collaborating with both clients and their families to co‑create care plans that truly reflect their wishes. Regulated by the CQC, we pride ourselves on delivering high standards of care in the comfort of your own home. We foster a culture rooted in respect, empathy, and continuous professional development. At Spire Homecare we listen – really listen – to both our service users and our staff. We encourage open dialogue, teamwork, and shared problem‑solving. Training is ongoing, and we equip our carers with the skills they need to provide excellent care safely and confidently.
Responsibilities
- Share with other staff in meeting the personal care needs of service users in a way that respects the dignity of the individual and promotes independence.
- Assisting service users with all personal care needs including undressing, washing, bathing, and toileting needs.
- Assisting service users with mobility problems, mild learning difficulties and other physical disabilities, including promoting independent continence and helping with the use and care of aids and personal equipment.
- Ensure service users retain their dignity and individuality.
- Provide care for people who are dying or have progressive illnesses (end‑of‑life care).
- Engage in the promotion of mental and physical wellbeing.
- Read and write reports and take part in staff and service users’ meetings and in training activities as directed.
- When professionally trained, administer medications.
- Comply with the organisation’s policies and procedures at all time, which includes the service users’ care plan, medication needs and the completion of accurate daily records (as per our policies and procedures).
- Report to the registered manager any significant changes in the health or circumstances of a service user.
- Encourage service users to remain as independent as possible.
- All staff are required to attend mandatory training where appropriate, including induction and National Vocational Qualifications or their equivalent.
- Identify and support appropriately service users with the capacity and those who lack capacity.
- Understand the requirement of the New Fundamental Standard Regulations 9 – 20, in relation to the Care Quality Commission Inspect regime.
- Perform such other duties as may reasonably be required.
Required Criteria
- UK Driving Licence (and car for driving between service users’ properties).
- Friendly, caring, and positive attitude.
- Applicant must be available from 07:00 on mornings to work.
- Work pattern will include Morning, Lunch and Evening shifts.
Pay & Benefits
- Daytime: £13.52 per hour
- Evening: £14.56 per hour
- Weekend: £17.00 per hour
- Paid Mileage: 45p per mile
- Unlimited Support from Active Management/Owners
- Weekly Staff Lottery
- FREE parking permit for all Wiltshire Council Car Parks
- Great supportive company culture
- Opportunity to progress
- Fully funded Level 2 & 3 in Social Care
- Competitive pay, flexible working patterns, and clear opportunities for progression.
- Comprehensive training and ongoing professional development tailored to your role.
- Regular supervision, mentorship, and a caring, supportive management team.
- Guaranteed hours, work‑life balance, and the satisfaction that comes from knowing your work makes a real difference.