Compassionate Care Assistant - Flexible Shifts & Training

Bluebird Care; Folkestone; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Mileage

Travel Time

Uniform & PPE

Training & induction

Job summary

Bluebird Care Folkestone is seeking a caring Care Assistant to join our team and deliver high-quality home care. You’ll support customers in daily living, work independently or with a supportive team, and help maintain independence in their own homes.

We offer expert training, flexible shifts, paid mileage and travel time, full induction, uniform and PPE, and ongoing development within a friendly, 24/7 supported environment.

Qualifications

• A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.
• 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 care experience is beneficial but not a necessity as full training will be provided.

Responsibilities

• 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
• Paid Mileage and Travel Time
• Full induction and ongoing expert training
• Uniform and PPE provided
• Regular support and ongoing career development
• Friendly, inclusive team with 24/7 support

Skills

Driving licence

Communication skills

Compassionate attitude

Job description

Bluebird Care Folkestone is seeking a caring Care Assistant to join our team and deliver high-quality home care. You’ll support customers in daily living, work independently or with a supportive team, and help maintain independence in their own homes.

We offer expert training, flexible shifts, paid mileage and travel time, full induction, uniform and PPE, and ongoing development within a friendly, 24/7 supported environment.