Mobile Care Assistant - Compassionate, Travel-Ready Support

Barchester Healthcare; Swindon; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free training and development for all

Wellbeing and support tools

Retail discounts and savings

Refer a Friend bonus scheme

Employee of the Month rewards

Long Service Awards

Job summary

Barchester Healthcare is seeking a Peripatetic Care Assistant to provide warm, empathetic care across a 20-mile radius. You will monitor care on duty and contribute to tailored care plans, recording vital observations and offering companionship to residents.

This full-time role involves days and nights (48 hours) with mileage coverage if travelling beyond five miles from your home, and potential bonus upon Good ratings during inspections.

Qualifications

• Background in care and understanding of elderly care.
• GCSE English and Maths at grade C or above.
• Willingness to travel within a 20-mile radius; own car or access to one.

Responsibilities

• Monitor the delivery of care when on duty.
• Contribute to the person-centred care planning process for each resident.
• Record observations such as temperature and blood pressure.
• Provide support and companionship to residents.

Education

Level 2 NVQ in Health & Social Care

Job description

Barchester Healthcare is seeking a Peripatetic Care Assistant to provide warm, empathetic care across a 20-mile radius. You will monitor care on duty and contribute to tailored care plans, recording vital observations and offering companionship to residents.

This full-time role involves days and nights (48 hours) with mileage coverage if travelling beyond five miles from your home, and potential bonus upon Good ratings during inspections.