Care Assistant
- Full-time
- Date Advert Closes: 24 June 2025
Company Description
Home Instead Swindon & Vale of White Horse are a well-established home care provider, supporting older people to remain healthy & well within their own homes. We are a CQC rated 'Outstanding' home care provider. We support clients living across Swindon & Highworth and into Faringdon & Vale of White Horse areas as well as the surrounding villages.
Job Description
Join Our Team of Everyday Heroes – Become a Domiciliary Care Assistant in Swindon & Vale of White Horse!
Are you ready to make a real impact every single day?
We’re on the lookout for kind-hearted, energetic individuals to join our vibrant team of Care Assistant's. If you’re passionate about helping others and want a job where no two days are the same – this is the role for you.
The Care Assistant role:
You'll be supporting people in their own homes across the Swindon & Vale of White Horse areas – helping them live life to the fullest. Your role will include:
- Supporting with personal care with dignity and respect
- Preparing meals and brightening someone's day over a cup of tea
- Medication reminders and supporting with daily routines
- Being a friendly face and providing a listening ear – your presence matters
- Light household duties
Why You’ll Love Working With Us As A Care Assistant:
- £12.75 per hour during the week and £13.50 per hour on a weekend
- Paid mileage & travel time between visits– your time is valuable
- Hours that fits around your life – mornings/evenings/full or part time
- Full training provided – no experience? No problem!
- Clear career pathways and qualifications (NVQs)
- Pension scheme
- Referral scheme – earn money for your friends joining the team
- Access to your pay ahead of payday with EarlyPay
- Free Blue Light Card and access to discounted fuel
- Be part of a close-knit team that truly supports each other
- Make real, lasting connections with clients and their families
You’ll Be a Great Fit If You Are:
- A people person with a caring, positive attitude
- Reliable and ready to take initiative
- Happy to travel within Swindon & Vale of White Horse and the surrounding areas
- Able to work an alternate weekend
- A car driver with access to your own vehicle (desirable due to the nature of the role)
Whether you’re starting fresh or looking for a career with heart, we’ll give you the support, training, and encouragement you need to thrive.
Start your journey as a local hero today. Apply now and help us change lives – one visit at a time.
Find out more about us here: homeinstead.co.uk/swindon
Please note that this role is UK based, and an offer of employment is contingent on candidates having the right to work in the UK.