Healthcare Assistant- Southampton

Bluebird Care; Southampton; On-site; GBP 13,000; Full time

Job summary

A local care provider is seeking a compassionate Healthcare Assistant in Southampton & Totton. The role includes assisting with personal care, medication management, and providing emotional support to clients. No prior experience is required as training is provided. The position offers competitive pay of £12.65 per hour for contact time, paid mileage, enhanced weekend pay, and opportunities for career development. Join a rewarding career making a meaningful impact in your community.

Benefits

Paid mileage (45p)

Paid travel time (£11.44)

Enhanced weekend pay

Refer a friend bonus up to £250

Healthcare scheme

28 days holiday (pro-rata)

Discounted gym memberships

Career development opportunities

Paid induction training

Pension scheme

Free uniform and PPE

Qualifications

• No prior experience needed; full training provided.
• Must have a Full Driving Licence and a reliable vehicle.
• Applicants must be 18+.

Responsibilities

• Assist customers with personal care needs.
• Provide companionship and emotional support.
• Help clients manage their medication.
• Prepare meals according to individual needs.
• Support with light domestic tasks and shopping.

Skills

Compassionate communication

Personal care assistance

Medication management

Meal preparation

Driving

Job description

Are you looking for a rewarding career where you can truly make a difference in your local community? At Bluebird Care Southampton & Totton, we provide exceptional care to the elderly and vulnerable in the comfort of their own homes, offering a wonderful alternative to residential care. We’re Recruiting Now in Southampton & Totton!

We have both full-time and part-time roles available. Shifts include :

• 7am to 2pm
• 4pm to 10pm

We ask for a commitment to working alternate weekends.

What You’ll Be Doing :

As a Healthcare Assistant, your role will involve :

• Assisting customers with personal care needs
• Providing companionship and emotional support
• Helping clients manage and take their medication
• Meal preparation according to individual needs
• Supporting with light domestic tasks and shopping

What We’re Looking For :

No prior Care Assistant experience needed— we provide full training!

• A Full Driving Licence and your own reliable vehicle (you’ll be working across the SO14 to SO19 areas, as well as Totton, Lyndhurst, Ashurst, and Marchwood)
• Applicants must be 18+ to apply

What’s in It for You?

As part of our team, you’ll enjoy great benefits, including :

• £12.65 per hour for contact time
• PAID Mileage (45p) and PAID Travel Time (£11.44)
• Enhanced Weekend and Bank Holiday Pay
• Refer a Friend Bonus : up to £250 each successful referral
• Healthcare Scheme
• 28 Days Holiday (pro-rata)
• Discounted Gym Memberships at local NFDC gyms, including Totton Health and Leisure!
• Blue Light Card with discounts at retailers like Halfords, plus discounts for fun days out at places like Chessington, Thorpe Park, and Alton Towers
• Opportunities for Career Development , both in the field and office-based
• PAID Induction Training , including shadowing shifts and ongoing support
• Pension scheme
• Free Uniform and PPE

If you're ready for a career where you can grow, make a meaningful impact, and be part of an amazing team, we want to hear from you!