Care Assistant | Flexible Hours, Paid Travel & Mileage

Bluebird Care; Ferndown; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health care provider in Ferndown is seeking Health Care Assistants to support the elderly in their homes. The role includes assisting with personal care, companionship, and daily living tasks. Full-time and part-time positions are available, offering competitive pay rates of £12.65 on weekdays and £15.18 on weekends, along with paid training and mileage reimbursement. The ideal candidate will have a driving license and a reliable vehicle. Opportunities for career development and a supportive work environment are included.

Benefits

Paid travel time

Mileage reimbursement (£0.45/mile)

Refer a friend bonus scheme

NHS Healthcare Scheme

28 days holiday pro rata

Blue light card discounts

Free uniform & PPE

Pension scheme

Ongoing training and support

Qualifications

• Must have a full driving license and access to a reliable vehicle.
• No specific educational qualifications required.

Responsibilities

• Support customers with personal care and daily living activities.
• Provide companionship and medication prompting.
• Assist with meal preparation and light domestic duties.

Skills

Full Driving Licence

Reliable car/vehicle

Compassion

Communication skills

Teamwork

Job description

A leading health care provider in Ferndown is seeking Health Care Assistants to support the elderly in their homes. The role includes assisting with personal care, companionship, and daily living tasks. Full-time and part-time positions are available, offering competitive pay rates of £12.65 on weekdays and £15.18 on weekends, along with paid training and mileage reimbursement. The ideal candidate will have a driving license and a reliable vehicle. Opportunities for career development and a supportive work environment are included.