Bradcare Ltd
Community Care Assistant - Full Time - Swadlincote - Driving Licence Required
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Community Care Assistant – Full Time
Female Applicants Only | Full UK Driving Licence Essential
Empowering Lives Through Compassionate Care
Founded in 2005, Bradcare has proudly supported individuals and families across South Derbyshire for over 20 years. Our mission is simple: to help people live independently, safely, and comfortably in the place they cherish most – their own home.
We believe outstanding care is built on compassion, dignity, integrity and genuine human connection. Every member of our team plays an important role in helping people maintain their independence, wellbeing and quality of life.
We are currently recruiting caring, reliable and committed individuals to join our growing team as Full-Time Community Care Assistants.
Due to the nature of intimate personal care provided, this position is open to female applicants only, in accordance with the genuine occupational requirement provisions of the Equality Act 2010.
About the Role
As a Community Care Assistant, you will provide high-quality, person-centred care to individuals within their own homes. Every visit is an opportunity to make a real difference, helping people remain independent whilst receiving the support they need with dignity and respect.
You will work as part of a supportive, professional team delivering care tailored to each individual's needs, preferences and lifestyle.
This is a full-time contracted position, with work available across:
- Morning shifts
- Lunchtime visits
- Tea time & Evening shifts
- Emergency cover calls where required
Guaranteed contracted hours are available for successful applicants.
Areas We Cover
We currently provide care services throughout:
- Swadlincote
- Linton
- Overseal
- Woodville
- Newhall
- Midway
- Church Gresley
- Castle Gresley
- Hartshorne
Where possible, care rounds are allocated geographically to minimise travel time and support a positive work-life balance.
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As Bradcare continues to grow, opportunities may become available across additional areas within South Derbyshire and neighbouring communities.
Key Responsibilities
- Providing personal care including washing, dressing, grooming and toileting
- Supporting mobility, transfers and safe movement around the home
- Assisting with medication administration in accordance with training and company procedures
- Preparing meals and supporting nutrition and hydration
- Providing companionship and meaningful social interaction
- Supporting individuals living with dementia and other complex care needs
- Carrying out light housekeeping and domestic duties
- Maintaining accurate electronic care records in accordance with GDPR requirements
- Reporting safeguarding concerns or changes in wellbeing promptly
- Delivering care in line with individual care plans and Bradcare's quality standards
Why Join Bradcare?
We are committed to supporting our employees throughout their careers.
We offer:
- Competitive hourly rates of pay
- Paid mileage
- Guaranteed contracted hours
- Immediate start opportunities
- Fully paid induction training aligned with CQC standards
- Ongoing mandatory refresher training
- Fully funded professional qualifications in Health & Social Care
- Regular supervision and support from experienced managers
- Clear opportunities for career progression
- Friendly, supportive and inclusive working environment
- Stable, long-term employment with a respected local care provider
Relocation Support
If you are relocating to the Swadlincote area from elsewhere within the UK, Bradcare may be able to support your move by offering:
- Assistance sourcing suitable modest accommodation
- Payment of up to one month's room rental in single occupancy accommodation (subject to agreed limits and availability)
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This relocation support does not include visa sponsorship, moving costs, travel expenses or wider relocation costs.
Career Development
We believe in investing in our people.
Bradcare provides:
- Fully funded induction programme
- Ongoing professional development
- Access to nationally recognised Health & Social Care qualifications
- Leadership development opportunities
- Continuous mentoring and support from experienced managers
Supporting Your Future
Working in care can become a rewarding lifelong career.
Bradcare also offers:
- Stable full-time employment opportunities
- Career planning and progression support
- Employee wellbeing support
- Financial wellbeing guidance, including signposting towards first-time home ownership schemes where appropriate
- A workplace where commitment and professionalism are recognised and rewarded
Requirements
Applicants must have:
- A Full UK driving licence (essential)
- Access to a reliable vehicle
- Female applicants only (genuine occupational requirement under the Equality Act 2010)
- Right to work in the UK
- Availability to work a mixture of mornings, lunchtimes, evenings and emergency cover calls
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- A compassionate, dependable and professional approach
- A genuine passion for helping people live independently and with dignity
Previous care experience is welcomed but not essential.
If you are new to care, full training, ongoing support and mentoring will be provided. We recruit for values, compassion and commitment as much as experience.
Apply Today
Start a career where every day makes a difference.
Apply online via the Bradcare Careers page: www.bradcare.co.uk
Telephone: 01283 551187
Email: careers@bradcare.co.uk
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