This is a community‑based Care Assistant role supporting customers in their own homes across Bedford and surrounding villages. Bluebird Care Bedford is a family‑run, private home care provider delivering premium, person‑centred care across Bedford and surrounding villages. We believe our Care Professionals should be paid what they are worth 365 days a year, not just on bank holidays. Immediate starts available.
Responsibilities
* Provide personal care with dignity and respect
* Support medication administration
* Prepare meals and assist with nutrition
* Provide companionship and emotional support
* Promote independence and choice
* Complete accurate care documentation
Pay & Working Hours
£15.80 per hour – paid 365 days a year. 35p per mile paid mileage. Guaranteed hours – no zero‑hour contracts. Must be able to work alternate weekends (Saturday and Sunday).
Benefits
* Guaranteed hours – no zero‑hour contracts
* Flexible working patterns supporting work‑life balance
* Paid training and ongoing development
* Clear career progression opportunities
* Longer visits focused on quality, not quantity
* Supportive and approachable management
* Access to our Wellbeing Hub
* Access to a registered CBT‑trained counsellor
* Full UK driving licence
* Access to your own car for work
Qualifiers
Must already have the right to work in the UK.
Must be able to work alternate weekends (Saturday and Sunday).
Full UK driving licence.
Bluebird Care Bedford is not offering visa sponsorship for this position. This role is subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.
Disclaimer
Female applicants only (Schedule 9, Equality Act 2010).
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