Job Description
Community Care Assistant – Bradcare
Weekends only
Would you like to join Bradcare’s dedicated Care Team and make a meaningful difference in the lives of people in your local community?
Do you have a caring nature, a full UK driving licence, access to your own vehicle, and a genuine passion for supporting others?
Do you enjoy a role where every shift is different, helping people feel comfortable, respected, and valued in their own homes?
If so, we’d love to hear from you!
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Job Role Overview
As a Weekend Care Assistant, your role is to provide essential personal care and support to individuals during weekend shifts, helping them maintain independence and dignity in the comfort of their own homes.
Key Responsibilities
* Providing personal care such as washing, dressing, and supporting personal hygiene
* Assisting with meals, drinks, and light household tasks
* Offering companionship, reassurance, and emotional support
* Prompting or administering medication in line with individual care plans
* Observing and reporting any changes in wellbeing to the office or on-call team
* Travelling between service users within Swadlincote (fuel allowance provided)
* Working weekend shifts only as part of a rota
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Pay Rates
Non-Qualified Carers: £13.00 per hour
Qualified Carers (Level 2+): £14.00 per hour
(Enhanced rates may apply depending on hours worked)
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What We Offer
* Weekend-only shifts
* Mileage paid at 35p per mile
* £5 per month data allowance
* Full in-house training and induction programme at our Swadlincote office
* Shadowing shifts, competency support, and guidance before working independently
* A friendly, supportive, and professional team environment
* Consistent weekend hours with a structured rota
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Requirements
* Full UK driving licence
* Access to your own vehicle
* Availability for weekend shifts only
* Caring, reliable, and compassionate nature
* Positive attitude and willingness to learn
* Previous care experience is welcome but not essential – full training provided
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How to Apply
If you’re looking for a meaningful weekend role and want to help people live comfortably and independently, we’d be pleased to hear from you.
Apply online:
Call: 01283 551187 (Ask for Recruitment)
Email: Careers@bradcare.co.uk
All offers of employment are subject to satisfactory enhanced DBS and reference checks in line with CQC and safeguarding requirements.
Please note: Applications will be reviewed between 23rd December and 5th January, with interviews taking place during this period.
Requirements
Full UK Driving licence Access to own vehicle