Bluebird Care Durham North
Care Expert
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Care Expert
Care Assistant – Oldham
Location: Oldham Contract Type: Care Delivery Salary: £14.00 – £18.00 per hour
About the Role
At Bluebird Care, we pride ourselves on delivering expert care to empower our customers to live with dignity in their own homes. We’re seeking a compassionate and dedicated Care Assistant to join our team and help us raise the bar for home care, one compassionate interaction at a time.
With flexible shift options, expert training, and a supportive environment, this role is perfect for someone who wants to make a lasting difference.
Starting from £14ph, you’ll play a crucial role in supporting some of Oldham’s most vulnerable individuals by offering personalised and high-quality care.
Responsibilities
As a Care Assistant, you’ll provide holistic support in every aspect of daily life, including:
- Delivering individualised care tailored to each person’s needs
- Assisting with personal care including:
- Bathing, dressing, and grooming
- Support with mobility and basic activities
- Preparing and serving nutritious meals as required
- Administering medication (where trained) and assisting with prescriptions
- Ensuring safe medication disposal
- Undertaking light domestic tasks (e.g. tidying, laundry, general cleaning)
- Building positive, trusting relationships with customers
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Benefits
Bluebird Care is more than just a job, which is why we offer:
- Competitive pay starting at £14 ph (with potential to progress to £18.00)
- Paid mileage between visits (for logistics)
- Full induction & expert training to build confidence and competence
- Flexible shift patterns (choose with your commitments in mind)
- Uniform & PPE provided, so you’re always prepared
- Career development – we see great potential in everyone
- Friendly, inclusive team with 24/7 support when you need it
- Purpose-driven work – knowing your care makes a real difference
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Requirements
To thrive in this role, you’ll need:
- A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle
- A compassionate attitude – you care deeply about others’
- Calm and professional approach to care needs
- Excellent communication skills to build trust and rapport
- The ability to follow care plans and adapt to individual needs
- Prior care experience is beneficial but not essential – all training provided
A DBS check and references will be required as part of our safeguarding commitments.
About Us
Bluebird Care Oldham is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value our team’s diverse backgrounds and experiences, fostering an environment where everyone is supported, respected, and motivated to succeed.
Your choice of work can change lives – why not make yours one of the best? 🌟
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