Experienced Carer

First City Recruitment Solutions; Swindon; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A local recruitment agency is looking for Care Assistants in Swindon to join their Short Term Homecare Team. The role involves providing support to individuals recovering from illness or hospital discharge, encouraging independence and monitoring progress. Candidates should ideally have experience in homecare and an NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care. The position offers competitive pay and benefits, including paid holidays and employee discounts.

Benefits

Competitive pay

28 days paid holiday

Employee discounts

Access to pool cars

Qualifications

• Experience supporting individuals with personal care and mobility.
• Ability to adapt support based on individual needs.
• Strong communication skills to work with teams and health professionals.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals with daily living skills during recovery.
• Encourage independence rather than performing tasks for clients.
• Monitor progress and adjust care plans as needed.

Skills

Previous experience in homecare

Confidence working independently

Ability to encourage independence

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care (or equivalent)

Job description

Be part of a service that helps people move forward, not just cope! This is an Opportunity to use your experience in a more fulfilling way.

First City Group are recruiting skilled and confident Care Assistants to join our Short Term Homecare Team, supporting people in their own homes to recover, regain independence, and achieve personal goals following illness, hospital discharge, or a change in health. This is a time-limited, recovery-focused service, not long-term care.

You Will:

• Support individuals for a time-limited period
• Help people relearn daily living skills
• Encourage independence rather than doing tasks for people
• Work flexibly within 2-hour visit windows
• Adapt support daily based on progress and needs
• Work alongside therapists, health professionals, and internal teams

Every day is different, and your professional judgement and experience will be valued.

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting with personal care, mobility, meal preparation, and medication
• Encouraging and enabling people to do as much as possible for themselves
• Monitoring progress and responding to changing needs
• Accurately recording notes using a digital care system
• Communicating effectively with colleagues and professionals
• Delivering person‑centred, respectful, and compassionate care

We're Looking For:

• Previous experience in homecare, reablement or support work
• Confidence working independently in the community
• NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Health & Social Care (preference)
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle (essential)

We Offer:

• Competitive pay: £14.50 - £14.80 per hour + 35p per mile mileage
• Meaningful, varied work
• 28 days paid holiday (pro rata) + free uniform
• Access to pool cars, employee discounts, refer‑a‑friend bonuses
• Comprehensive induction and shadowing to support your development
• Employee Assistance Programme (Health Assured)

Apply today to make a real difference helping people regain their independence.