Bupa UK
Care Assistant
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Care Assistant
Location: Canning Court Care Home, Canners Way, Stratford Upon Avon, CV37 0BJ
Salary: £13.10 - £14.10 per hour (depending on experience)
Contract: Permanent
Shift Pattern: Day and night positions available | Alternate weekends required
Company: We make health happen
About the Role
Working in one of our care homes will allow you to live out our person-centred care model, and be part of an extraordinary team supporting people to lead fulfilling, independent lives.
As a Care Assistant, you are at the heart of shaping everyday experiences for our residents, while playing an essential role in improving their emotional, social, and clinical well-being. Your enthusiasm, warmth, and dedication are just as vital as your commitment to delivering high-quality care.
Whether you are a seasoned care professional or someone new to the sector, you will find a supportive environment in which to grow. With opportunities for specialised training—including our advanced digital care systems—you’ll deliver standard-setting patient-care experiences.
Make a Difference, Grow with Us
We actively empower employees to learn from each other at every career stage. Our mission to transform the way we deliver care for people is only achievable with a professional team. Via ongoing training, mentorship, digital innovation (Franklins Assisted Safety System), and much more, you can find stability, skill development, and a vibrant workplace culture built on:
- Proactive, compassionate care — residents are cared for wholeheartedly, consistently, and attentively
- Collaborative teamwork — strengthened through a unity of purpose from cleaning staff to senior leadership
- Career growth — opportunities for advancement into more senior roles
As part of a family of care homes, you’ll enjoy the independence of working across different sites, as well as the joy of relationships formed through working with the same residents for years.
Responsibilities
Your core duties will include but are not limited to:
- Providing clinical, social, and emotional care of the highest standard, tailored to individual needs
- Ensuring residents experience:
- Routine physical assistance (personal care, mobility, feeding, medication supervision)
- Companionship and intellectual engagement through one-to-one interactions or group activities
- Holistic support in everyday activities such as meal times, recreation, and general living support
- Monitoring changes in residents’ physical, sensory, and mental well-being, and collaborating with care teams to report any needs such as medical, social, or psychological care
- Supporting and documenting the continuity of care via digital or paper records, in compliance with healthcare standards
- Remaining person-centred – getting to know each resident’s preferences to offer care on their terms
- Upholding hygiene, infection control, and general health and safety protocols
- Building strong relationships with family members, friends, and other healthcare professionals as part of a supportive environment
- Ensuring the care home adheres to legal, ethical, and professional frameworks in all actions
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Requirements
This role requires a thoughtful, caring, and people-focused individual. Whether you have direct experience or simply bring qualities like:
- Empathy and attentiveness – you respect responsibility but also see the importance of psychological support for residents
- Reliability and resilience – consistent engagement, including working weekends and managing demands effectively
- Basic medical knowledge or willingness to learn – you take pride in promoting well-being, health, and comfort in others
- Excellent communication skills – clear, compassionate and empathetic ways conversations flow
- Teamwork and adaptability – caring at the speed of those around you, welcoming feedback, and flexibility in multiple scenarios
No formal qualification is mandatory, but we ask that you possess:
- A genuine interest in improving the quality of life of others
- A strong desire to deliver excellence
In some locations, enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks are mandatory for this role.
Benefits
Our benefits are designed to make health happen not just for our residents but for our workforce too. Below is a selection of the advantages provided with the Care Assistant role:
- 28 days paid holiday entitlement, plus bank holidays
- Viva – our comprehensive global wellbeing programme, including:
- Physical (eye tests, physiotherapy, gym partner discounts)
- Mental (1:1 counselling)
- Financial (Bupaulated investment feeding our people, interest-free loans for travel tickets)
- Environmental activities, rewards, sustainability schemes
Personalised Healthcare:
- My Healthcare – seamless access to:
- Remote GP consultations
- 24/7 advice, support, or adjustments
- Annual allowance of approx. £350 towards therapies, treatments, or products
- Local GP partnership across UK regions
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Flexibility & Funding:
- Free meals on-duty
- Interest-free travel loans for seasonal tickets (public transport)
- Early access to earnings via:
- Walletstream – instant payouts of up to 40% on earned wages
Development & Security:
- Long-service rewards after specific milestones (extra holidays, financial incentives)
- A range of pension schemes, including workplace support to select a plan that fits you
Special Programmes:
- Menopause Advocate Plan – Anglian Water employees receive support with décoralised advice, medical treatment, and holistic approaches
- Diverse Inclusion Guidelines: All individuals encouraged to apply. Bupa prioritises recruitment from and supports the communities they serve.
Support for Families/Peers:
- Adoption, parental, and co-parent leave policies – comprehensive guidance on our career portal
- Time away under flexible arrangements (e.g., extended time off first days of term for caring responsibilities)
Why Bupa
Bupa exists to make health happen. Through ground-breaking solutions, enriched care, and an unwavering customer-first ethos, we strive to empower healthier and happier lives. As a non-profit, we channel all funds toward care providers, research, and customer support.
Our Core Principles:
- Bravery: Innovation means moving quickly, challenging norms, and embracing change. Speaking out when necessary
- Competency: Excellence in every question posed and every challenge overcome
- Responsibility: Protecting our planet, addressing community needs, actively questioning what’s best for others in ethical decisions, and maintaining our customers’ trust
Our purpose is the internal compass for our values, from leadership to administrative roles. No one here is just one thing: it’ll surprise how their role orchestrates collective impact.
Commitment to Inclusion
Bupa is a Level 2 Disability Confident Employer, guaranteeing:
- Fair treatment assessments and reasonable adjustments to interview processes
- Serious commitment to inclusivity, poised to equalise opportunities we all deserve.
Seeing diversity as strength rather than statistical data, we actively seek and support candidates from all backgrounds. People with disability, long-term conditions, different opinions, and intersectional identities feel more at home at Bupa than anywhere.
Job Area: Care Home – Care Assistants
Time Type: Full-time
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