Senior Care Assistant

Company Description

Home Instead Swindon & Vale of White Horse are a well-established, award-winning home care provider, supporting older people to live well and independently in the place they love most - their own home. We are proud to be a CQC ‘Outstanding’ rated provider, delivering exceptional care across Swindon, Highworth, Faringdon, the Vale of White Horse, and surrounding villages.

Job Description

Are you a Care Assistant and ready for the next step in your career?

We’re looking for a dedicated and experienced Senior Care Assistant to join us, supporting clients & our Care Assistant team across Swindon, Highworth, and the Vale of White Horse areas

As a premium care provider, we are committed to offering our team continuity of clients, consistent hours, and ongoing support. In return, we are looking for individuals who are genuinely committed to building a long-term career with us and providing outstanding care to our clients.

Continuity is at the heart of the service we provide. Our clients benefit from seeing familiar faces they know and trust, so we are seeking reliable, dedicated people who are prepared to make a long-term commitment to the role.

We will invest in you through continuous training, development, and support throughout your journey with us. In return, we ask for your reliability, professionalism, and commitment to delivering exceptional care while growing with our team for the long term.

This is more than just a care role — it’s an opportunity to make a real difference every single day. If you’re caring, adaptable, and passionate about delivering outstanding support, we’d love to hear from you. Plus, with contracted hours available, you’ll enjoy the security and stability of consistent income.

As a Senior Care Assistant, you’ll provide high-quality, person-centred care including:

• Supporting with personal care and medication
• Preparing and encouraging hot meals and hydration
• Offering companionship, reassurance, and meaningful conversation
• Helping with light household tasks
• Confidently adapting to different clients and home environments
• Support new and current Care Professional's within their role with support visits and competencies

We believe great carers deserve great rewards and as a Senior Care Assistant, we can offer you:

• £13.05 – £14.30 per hour and a double rate on bank holidays
• Paid travel time and mileage between visits
• Full training and ongoing support through our Care Skills Academy
• Free Blue Light Card and discounted fuel access
• Wellbeing Hub & Employee Assistance Programme
• Support with NVQs and career progression
• Regular clients and enough time to deliver care you can truly be proud of
• Recognition, appreciation, and a supportive team that genuinely cares about you
• Opportunities to professionally develop yourself and include on-call support 

What do we need from you?

• Previous care experience (preferred)
• A flexible and adaptable approach to client needs
• A full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle
• Willingness to travel across the Swindon & Vale of White Horse areas
• Aged 18+
• Availability to work alternate weekends (Saturday & Sunday)

If you’re ready to grow your career with a company that values compassion, professionalism, and people, apply today and become part of something truly rewarding.

Find out more about us here: homeinstead.co.uk/swindon
Please note: This is a UK-based role. Offers of employment are subject to candidates having the right to work in the UK.

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