Care Assistant

Bluebird Care; Harrogate; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days holiday (pro rata)

Full induction and ongoing training

Flexible shift patterns

Uniform and PPE provided

Care Friends incentive & Attendance

Wellbeing Fund

Pension

Job summary

Bluebird Care Harrogate is seeking a dedicated Care Assistant to support customers in their own homes. You will work independently or within a team to provide high-quality daily living assistance, following individual care plans and ensuring dignity and comfort for each client.

The role requires a full UK driving license and reliable vehicle access, with training provided. Competitive hourly pay and 28 days holiday (pro rata) are offered, along with ongoing professional development and flexible

Qualifications

• Right to work in the UK without sponsorship or visa transfer
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality care tailored to each person's needs
• Assist with personal care (bathing, dressing, grooming)
• Help with meal prepping, preparation and nutrition
• Support with medication, prescriptions and safe disposal
• Carry out light housework like tidying, laundry and cleaning
• Be a dependable friendly face for customers and follow care plans
• Bluebird Care Harrogate is an Equal Opportunity Employer; DBS checks and references will be undertaken

Skills

Driving licence

Excellent communication

Team and independent work

Right to work in UK

Job description

Our customers should feel comfortable in their own homes, and we help them do exactly that. You'll be supporting people in all aspects of daily living, working independently or as part of a team who that is supportive every step of the way. This isn't just a job, this is a chance to bring purpose and dignity to someone's life. If you're ready to take on a new challenge, supporting our customers with the best quality care, then this is where you belong., As a Care Assistant, your key responsibilities will include:

• Provide high-quality care tailored to each person's individual needs
• Assist with personal care (e.g. bathing, dressing, grooming)
• Help with meal prepping, preparation and nutrition
• Support with medication, prescriptions and safe disposal
• Carry out light housework like tidying, laundry and general cleaning
• Be a dependable friendly, familiar face for all the customers you care for We're 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. A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle
• Right to work without requiring spοnsοrship or vіsa transfer
• A kind, compassionate attitude and a calm approach to care
• Great communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships
• Ability to follow care plans
• Previous healthcare assistant experience is beneficial but not a necessity as full training will be provided If you care deeply, Bluebird Care makes sure you have the time you need to do what you do best, the training so you can keep doing it better and the rewards that delivering such high-quality care deserves.
• Bluebird Care Harrogate is an Equal Opportunity Employer. DBS checking and references will be undertaken in line with government regulations and recruitment best practices.
• £14 per hour
• 28 Days Holiday (pro rata)
• Full induction and ongoing expert training
• Flexible shift patterns
• Uniform and PPE provided
• Regular support and ongoing career development
• Friendly, inclusive team with 24/7 support
• Care Friends incentive & Attendance Bonus
• Wellbeing Fund
• Pension