private

Care Assistant

Bluebird Care

Horsham, West Sussex

Salary

£53,809

Contract

Permanent

Hours

Part time

Closing date

Not specified

In plain English

What this job actually involves

As a Care Assistant, you'll help people with daily tasks, support their independence, and provide emotional care. This role suits people who enjoy working with others, are patient and kind, and want a flexible job. You'll work with a team to make a real difference in people's lives. You'll need to be able to travel to different locations and work varying shifts.

What you'll need

  • You'll need to be at least 18 years old and have a good understanding of care principles.
  • You'll need to be able to work independently and as part of a team.
  • You'll need to be able to communicate effectively with people of all ages and abilities.
  • You'll need to be able to travel to different locations and work varying shifts.
  • You'll need to be able to pass a DBS check (this is a background check to work with vulnerable people).

How to boost your chances

  • Consider volunteering in a care setting to gain experience and build your skills.
  • Think about taking a care-related course to learn more about care principles and practices.
  • Make sure you're available to work a minimum of 16 hours a week, including weekends and bank holidays.
  • Be prepared to travel to different locations and work varying shifts, including evenings and weekends.
  • Check the Bluebird Care website for more information about their application process and requirements.

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Job description

Care Assistant Get Paid for Every Minute You Work Bluebird Care Sussex Weald where your time, skills & heart truly matter. At Bluebird Care Sussex Weald , we do care differently. We pay for every single minute you work - including travel - because your time is valuable and your impact is huge. What youll get: £14.10 /hr weekdays | £15.10 /hr weekends | £28.20 /hr bank holidays Paid travel time ( £12.71 /hr) 39p /mile mileage Flexible contracts (At least 16hrs a week) - full or part time 12-wee…

How to apply

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Provenance

Source

Adzuna

First seen

16 August 2026

Last checked

17 August 2026

Salary, closing date and description are taken from the employer's advert. The original advert always takes precedence.

About the employer

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Bluebird Care

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