Domiciliary Care Assistant

Bupa; England; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in health care is seeking a compassionate Domiciliary Care Assistant to support residents in their daily activities. This role emphasizes personal care, dignity, and independence, allowing you to make a meaningful impact in the lives of others. With a commitment to your professional development, the company offers comprehensive training and support. Enjoy a range of benefits, including flexible working hours, healthcare allowances, and a supportive environment that values diversity. If you are passionate about making a difference and delivering high-quality care, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

My Healthcare support services available 24/7

Annual healthcare product allowance (~£350)

Sick pay scheme

Free meal per shift

20 days holiday plus bank holidays

Long service rewards

Interest-free travel loans

Early wage access via Wagestream

Various pension plans

Parental leave schemes

Qualifications

• Experience in care or dementia settings is preferred.
• Passionate about caring and respectful towards residents.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with personal care duties and promote dignity.
• Support at mealtimes and assist with mobility and transfers.

Skills

Experience in care settings

Communication skills

Teamwork

Compassionate care

Education

Level 3 in Health & Social Care

Job description

Job Description

Job Title: Domiciliary Care Assistant

Location: Bridge Meadow Way, NN4 5EB

Salary Range: £12.60ph & Excellent Benefits

Contract: Permanent 30hrs

Shift Pattern: Day shifts available

We make health happen

Here at Bupa, we support those when they need it the most. Richmond Villages are our retirement village provider, delivering person-centred care, supporting independence, and honouring choice to help our residents live their best lives.

As a Domiciliary Care Assistant, you’ll help residents to truly get the most out of life. We support your career development with thorough induction, ongoing training, apprenticeships, and access to our online portal and LinkedIn Learning.

Your Responsibilities

• Assisting residents with personal care duties such as bathing, dressing, and continence care within their homes in the Village, while championing dignity and independence.
• Supporting at mealtimes, serving meals, and assisting with mobility and transfers using wheelchairs or hoists.
• Promoting mental and physical activities through hobbies and interests.
• Responding to emergency calls from the care alert system.
• Collaborating with the Domiciliary Care Manager and external professionals such as GPs, Chiropodists, Occupational Therapists, and Physiotherapists.
• Maintaining accurate records of care provided, activities, and health changes.

Key Skills and Qualifications

Experience in care or dementia settings is preferred; a Level 3 in Health & Social Care (or equivalent) is advantageous. Above all, you should be passionate about caring, respectful, a good listener, confident in communication, discreet, and a team player who delivers care with dignity and compassion.

Benefits

Our wellbeing programme, Viva, supports mental, physical, financial, social, and environmental health. We offer flexible working, family-friendly benefits, and more, including:

• My Healthcare support services available 24/7
• Annual healthcare product allowance (~£350)
• Sick pay scheme
• Free meal per shift
• 20 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Long service rewards
• Interest-free travel loans
• Early wage access via Wagestream
• Various pension plans
• Parental leave schemes
• Menopause support plan
• Discounts at gyms and fitness facilities

Why Bupa?

As a health insurer and provider with no shareholders, our focus is on our customers and our people. We aim to help people live longer, healthier, happier lives and foster diversity, encouraging applications from all backgrounds. Bupa is a Level 2 Disability Confident Employer, committed to fair treatment and reasonable adjustments during recruitment.

Additional Information

Time Type: Full time

Job Area: Care Home – Care support

Location: Richmond Northampton Village