Care Assistant- Alton/Petersfield/Havant

Bluebird Care; Havant; Hybrid; GBP 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid travel time

Mileage

Shift patterns

Health & wellbeing cashback

Refer a friend

Induction & training

Supervision & development

Blue Light Card

Pension contribution

Job summary

Bluebird Care is recruiting caring, responsible individuals to join our team providing high-quality home care in Alton, Petersfield, Havant and surrounding areas. You’ll support customers to live independently with dignity and companionship, delivering person-centred care in their own homes.

We offer expert training, flexible shifts, and a welcoming, supportive team. You’ll be part of an established, caring service recognised for excellence and compassion across the UK.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering person-centred care in a home setting is preferred.
• Excellent communication and empathic listening to support independence.
• Ability to work independently, as well as part of a caring team.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality, person-centred care tailored to each customer’s needs.
• Assist with personal care tasks (bathing, dressing, grooming).
• Support nutrition and hydration, including meal planning and preparation.
• Help with medication and prescriptions where appropriate.
• Carry out light household tasks and maintain a safe, clean home environment.
• Be a dependable, friendly, and familiar face for our customers.

Skills

Compassionate care

Excellent communication

Driving licence

18+ years

Job description

• Salary details: £13.28 - £19.00 per hour

Location: ALTON, PETERSFIELD AND SURROUNDING AREAS

£13.28–£19/hr | Expert Training | Flexible Shifts | Variety of Shift Patterns

We’re recognised for excellence, compassion, and dedication - and it’s all thanks to people like you who truly care. If you’re someone who finds joy and purpose in helping others, this is your chance to make a lasting difference in someone’s life every single day.

At Bluebird Care, we believe that care should be personal, meaningful, and holistic. You’ll be helping customers feel comfortable, valued, and supported in their own homes, promoting their independence while offering companionship, dignity, and trust. Whether working independently or as part of our supportive team, you’ll play an essential role in bringing comfort, kindness, and connection to those who need it most.

Join our CQC-outstanding team at Bluebird Care Alton, Petersfield and Havant. This isn’t just a job - it’s an opportunity to bring warmth, purpose, and fulfilment to your work.

About the Role

Our customers should feel comfortable and supported in their own homes, and you’ll help make that happen. You’ll provide high-quality, person-centred care that promotes independence, dignity, and wellbeing - working both independently and as part of a collaborative, caring team.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality care tailored to each customer’s individual needs
• Assist with personal care (e.g. bathing, dressing, grooming)
• Support with nutrition and hydration, including meal planning and preparation
• Help with medication and prescriptions
• Carry out light housework (tidying, laundry, cleaning)
• Be a dependable, friendly, and familiar face for our customers

Why Join Bluebird Care?

Every visit is an opportunity to make a difference - to brighten someone’s day, offer reassurance, or help them live with dignity and independence. We make sure you have everything you need to give the very best care, including time, training, and ongoing support.

Benefits include:

• Paid travel time (£12.72/hr) and mileage
• Variety of shift patterns (day and/or evening work)
• Health & wellbeing programme (up to £1,000/yr cashback)
• Refer a friend and customer scheme
• Full induction and ongoing expert training
• Regular supervision and career development support
• Company events, Blue Light Card and Contribution to DBS check
• Pension contribution

What We’re Looking For

• A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle
• Aged 18+
• Right to Work in the UK (we cannot accept sponsored staff or visa transfers)
• Great communication skills and ability to build positive relationships
• Weekend availability (every other weekend or one day every weekend)
• No previous care experience required - we’ll provide all the training you need
• A kind, compassionate attitude and a calm, understanding approach to care

If you care deeply about people, Bluebird Care will give you the time to do what you do best, the training to keep improving, and the recognition you deserve for making a real difference.

Bluebird Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer. DBS checking and references will be undertaken in line with regulations and recruitment best practices.

We have helped thousands of people feel like themselves

Hear how Bluebird Care has empowered customers across the UK to live life on their terms.