Compassionate Home Care Assistant - Flexible Shifts

Bluebird Care Durham North; Cornwall (NC); Hybrid; USD 26,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekday pay £13.80

Weekend pay £14.30

Bank holiday rate £24

Travel time pay £12.71

Mileage paid 35p/mile

Full induction and training

Flexible shift patterns

Uniform and PPE provided

28 days annual leave pro rata

Career development

Job summary

Bluebird Care Cornwall North is seeking a caring and dedicated Care Assistant to join our team in Cornwall North and surrounding areas. You’ll support customers in daily living at home, working in a supportive team or independently, with a focus on quality care and dignity.

We offer flexible shifts, full induction and ongoing expert training, mileage and bank holiday rates, and a friendly, inclusive team with 24/7 support. Driving license required.

Qualifications

• A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.
• Compassionate attitude and a calm approach to care.
• Great communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships.
• Ability to follow care plans.
• Previous care experience is beneficial but not necessary; full training will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality care tailored to each person’s individual needs.
• Assist with personal care (e.g. bathing, dressing, grooming).
• Help with meal prepping, preparation and nutrition.
• Support with medication, prescriptions and safe disposal.
• Carry out light housework like tidying, laundry and general cleaning.
• Be a dependable friendly, familiar face for all the customers you care for.

Skills

Driving licence

Compassionate

Excellent communication

Ability to follow care plans

Reliable

Job description

Bluebird Care Cornwall North is seeking a caring and dedicated Care Assistant to join our team in Cornwall North and surrounding areas. You’ll support customers in daily living at home, working in a supportive team or independently, with a focus on quality care and dignity.

We offer flexible shifts, full induction and ongoing expert training, mileage and bank holiday rates, and a friendly, inclusive team with 24/7 support. Driving license required.