Care Assistant

Bupa UK; Trowbridge; On-site; GBP 18,046 - 19,424; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free healthcare access

Annual allowance for healthcare products

Early wage access via Wagestream

28 days holiday

Sick pay scheme

Long service rewards

Free meals on shifts

Interest-free travel loan

Pension plans

Parental leave schemes

Support for menopause

Discounts at gyms

Job summary

Bupa UK is hiring a Care Assistant at Trowbridge Oaks Care Home. You'll provide person-centred care to support resident independence while ensuring the highest standards of care.

This full-time role offers day, night, and twilight shifts with a salary between £13.10 - £14.10 per hour, depending on experience. Benefits include healthcare access, early wage access, holiday pay, and long service rewards among others.

Qualifications

• Motivation, positivity, and excellent interpersonal skills are essential.
• Previous experience in a care home environment is desirable.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Support residents' with companionship and personal care.
• Observe and report changes in residents' behaviour.
• Encourage nutrition and hydration as per care plans.
• Provide social and recreational activities for residents.
• Maintain accurate care plans according to regulations.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

Health and Social Care qualification

Job description

Care Assistant

Trowbridge Oaks Care Home, W Ashton Rd, Trowbridge BA14 6DW

CQC rating: Good
Carehome.co.uk rating: 9.6 / 10
Salary: £13.10 - £14.10 per hour depending on experience
Perm contract – full time
Day & night shifts & Twilight shift (17:00 - 23:00) including alternate weekends

At Bupa, our purpose is to help people live longer, healthier, happier lives. As a Care Assistant you will provide person‑centred care that supports independence and honours choice, and you will be part of a team dedicated to delivering the highest standards of care for our residents.

Key Responsibilities

• Support residents with a wide range of differing requirements from companionship to personal care.
• Observe and manage residents' behaviour with care, documenting and reporting any changes in accordance with required legislation.
• Support residents' nutrition and hydration needs, encouraging and assisting them to eat and drink according to their care plan.
• Provide essential physical and mental stimulation through social and recreational activities, both in groups and individually.
• Maintain accurate care plans in line with regulatory and legal requirements.

What We're Looking For

• Motivation, positivity, and great interpersonal skills.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Desirable: Previous experience in a care home environment or a Health and Social Care qualification.

Benefits

• My Healthcare – Free access to 24/7 support, advice and treatment, including remote GP appointments, physiotherapy and mental health support.
• Annual allowance valued at approximately £350, redeemable against Bupa healthcare products.
• Wagestream – Early access to up to 40% of earned wages within minutes.
• 28 days holiday.
• Sick pay scheme in addition to statutory sick pay.
• Long service rewards – ecards, extra holidays and money for milestones.
• Free meal on every shift.
• Interest‑free annual travel loan for public transport season tickets.
• Range of Bupa pension plans.
• Parental leave – schemes for adoption, birth parents and co‑parents.
• Menopause Plan – support for women to seek advice and treatment.
• Discounts at a wide variety of gyms and fitness facilities across the UK.

Bupa is a Level 2 Disability Confident Employer. An interview/assessment will be offered to every disabled applicant who meets the minimum criteria for the role, and reasonable adjustments will be provided as part of the recruitment process.