Compassionate Home Care Assistant — Flexible Hours & Training

Bluebird Care; Guildford; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Flexible hours

Induction and training

Flexible shifts

Uniform & PPE

Career development

24/7 support

NVQ funding

Job summary

Bluebird Care in Guildford is seeking a compassionate Care Assistant to support customers in their own homes with daily living tasks. You will work independently or as part of a team, delivering safe, person-centred care and maintaining dignity at all times.

Responsibilities include personal care, meal preparation, light housekeeping, medication support, and following care plans. A valid UK driving licence and access to a vehicle are preferred.

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.
• 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 essential; full training provided.
• We are NOT currently accepting sponsored applications.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality care tailored to each person's individual needs.
• Assist with personal care (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 face for all customers and follow care plans.

Skills

Compassionate care

Excellent communication

Flexible and reliable

Customer-focused

Job description

Bluebird Care in Guildford is seeking a compassionate Care Assistant to support customers in their own homes with daily living tasks. You will work independently or as part of a team, delivering safe, person-centred care and maintaining dignity at all times.

Responsibilities include personal care, meal preparation, light housekeeping, medication support, and following care plans. A valid UK driving licence and access to a vehicle are preferred.