Female Care Assistant

The Care Bureau; Devon and Torbay; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay rates

Paid mileage 30p/mile

Refer-a-Friend £500

Blue Light Card discounts

28 days annual leave

Pension scheme

Birthday day off

Christmas bonus

Free DBS check

Fully paid training

Wellbeing Helpline access

Fully funded qualifications and career

Job summary

The Care Bureau in Torbay is hiring a Female Care Assistant to join our team on flexible hours. No prior experience is required as comprehensive training is provided, and you will play a vital role helping clients stay independent in their own homes.

We offer competitive pay (£12.80–£13.40 per hour), paid mileage, a range of benefits, and opportunities for career progression. You must have a full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle to travel between client visits.

Qualifications

• Training provided; no prior care experience required.
• Must have full UK driving licence and access to own vehicle.
• Right to work in the UK; no sponsorship.
• Female applicants only due to role requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care support
• Assist with medication
• Meal preparation
• Light household duties
• Encouraging independence and wellbeing
• Providing companionship and emotional support
• Build lasting relationships with clients and their families

Skills

Good communication skills

Caring and compassionate nature

Job description

Position: Female Care Assistant
Areas We Cover: Torbay
Pay Rate: £12.80 to £13.40 per hour

Care Assistant – Flexible Hours Available

Looking for a rewarding role where you can make a real difference every day?

At The Care Bureau, we've been supporting people in our local communities since 1997, helping them maintain their independence and live safely in their own homes. We're looking for compassionate and reliable individuals to join our team and provide high-quality care and companionship to our clients.

No previous care experience is required – we'll provide all the training and support you need to succeed.

Why Join The Care Bureau?

• Competitive pay rates
• Paid mileage at 30p per mile between calls
• Earn up to £500 through our Refer-a-Friend scheme*
• Free Blue Light Card with thousands of discounts online and on the high street
• 28 days annual leave (pro rata)
• Pension scheme
• A day off for your birthday
• Christmas bonus*
• Free DBS check*
• Fully paid classroom and practical training
• Access to a confidential Wellbeing Helpline
• Fully funded RQF qualifications and career progression opportunities

Flexibility That Works Around You

We know that work needs to fit around life. That's why we offer a range of flexible shift patterns and will work with you to find hours that suit your availability. Whether you're looking for full-time, part-time, morning, evening, or weekend work, we aim to provide a schedule that works for you.

What You'll Be Doing

As a Care Assistant, you'll support people in their own homes, helping them remain independent while building meaningful relationships based on trust, companionship, and respect.

Your role may include:

• Personal care support
• Assisting with medication
• Meal preparation
• Light household duties
• Encouraging independence and wellbeing
• Providing companionship and emotional support
• Building lasting relationships with clients and their families

What We're Looking For

• A caring and compassionate nature
• Good communication skills
• A Full UK Driving Licence
• Access to your own vehicle
• The right to work in the UK

Please note: We are not currently accepting applications that require sponsorship. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK.

More Than Just a Job

One of the most rewarding parts of being a Care Assistant is the relationships you build. You'll become a familiar and trusted face to the people you support, helping them live independently while making a genuine difference to their day.

Every visit is an opportunity to brighten someone's day, provide reassurance, and support them to live life on their own terms.

Ready to start a career that truly matters?

Important: Female Applicants Only

Due to the nature of this role and the personal care needs of the individuals we support, this position is open to female applicants only. This is a genuine occupational requirement in accordance with Schedule 9, Part 1 of the Equality Act 2010.

*Terms and conditions apply.

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