Care Assistant (client specific)

Uniquecare; Stratford-upon-Avon; On-site; GBP 16,593 - 23,632; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Full training provided

Supportive team

Job summary

Unique Senior Care in Stratford-upon-Avon is hiring a female Care Assistant to provide dedicated support to a client with a spinal injury. This role involves assisting with personal care, encouraging independence, and building a trusting relationship. Candidates should possess confidence, empathy, and a commitment to high-quality care. The position offers 25-30 contracted hours per week with set shifts and a supportive team environment. Competitive pay and full training provided.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting individuals with spinal injuries is desirable but not essential.
• Must have a person-centred approach to care.
• Ability to build a warm, trusting relationship with clients.

Responsibilities

• Support with personal care including moving and handling.
• Assist with feeding and breakfast routines.
• Encourage physical therapy exercises.
• Provide companionship and help with daily tasks.

Skills

Confidence

Empathy

Independent work

Physical activity

Experience in personal care

Job description

Care Assistant – Domiciliary

• Pay: £14.60 per hour (Weekend Rate: £15.00, Bank Holiday Rate: £29.20 per hour)
• Hours: Full‑time and part‑time available (contracted up to 30 hours)
• Mileage paid at 35p per mile (HMRC reclaim option)

Please note: We are currently not offering any sponsorships or switches, and we do not have capacity for male carers.

Caregiver – Dedicated Support for One Client (Stratford‑upon‑Avon)

"This role requires a female Caregiver as a genuine occupational requirement, in accordance with the Equality Act 2010 (Schedule 9, Part 1), due to the personal care needs of the client."

25–30 contracted hours per week. Consistent shifts. Meaningful, one‑to‑one work.

Are you a confident, compassionate woman looking for a role where you can make a genuine difference every day?

We are recruiting a female Caregiver to support one of our lovely clients who lives in the Meon Vale area of Stratford‑upon‑Avon. This is a client‑specific role, offering stable hours, a consistent routine, and the chance to build a trusting, person‑centred relationship.

About the Role

You will be supporting a female client who has a spinal injury and requires hands‑on assistance with daily living. Your role will include:

• Supporting with moving and handling related to personal care
• Feeding support and help with breakfast routine
• Encouraging physical therapy exercises
• Providing warm, engaging companionship
• Helping with day‑to‑day tasks such as feeding her much‑loved cat
• Encouraging independence and supporting her environmentally friendly lifestyle and values

Experience with spinal injury is desirable but not essential; what matters most is confidence, empathy, and a genuinely person‑centred approach.

Who We’re Looking For

A woman who is:

• Confident, calm, and able to work independently
• Physically active and comfortable with hands‑on support
• Experienced in delivering personal care
• Able to build a warm, trusting relationship
• Respectful of our client’s values, especially her passion for animals and environmentally friendly living
• Reliable, consistent, and committed to high‑quality care

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys meaningful, one‑to‑one work rather than fast‑paced, task‑driven care.

Hours & Shifts

• 25–30 contracted hours per week
• Set shift pattern through Monday to Sunday (every other weekend on)
• Hours: 7:15 am‑11:15 am, 2:00 pm‑4:00 pm, 8:00 pm‑10:00 pm
• Stable, predictable rota

Why Join Us?

• Work with one client and make a real impact
• Supportive, friendly team
• Full training provided, including specialist skills
• Competitive pay and benefits
• A role that feels rewarding every single day

The post you are applying for is exempt from the provision of Section 4(2) of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) (Amendment) Orders 1975 and 2001 and therefore all convictions, cautions and bind‑overs, including those regarded as ‘spent’, must be declared. If successful in being appointed, this position will involve a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Enhanced criminal record check.

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Unique Senior Care is proud to promote equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees regardless of their race, religion/belief, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, maternity, national origin, ethnic background, disability, or age.