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Universal Care Assistant

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Highworth, GBR
Full-time
Entry
Onsite
GBP 13.3-13.3 hourly / hour
Discovered 2 weeks ago
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Become a Universal Care Assistant - A Role Like No Other

Are you an experienced Care Assistant ready for something more varied, more rewarding, and more impactful?

We’re looking for a flexible, compassionate, and adaptable individual to join us as a Universal Care Assistant – known internally as a Universal Care Professional – a unique role designed for someone who thrives on variety and truly making a difference wherever they’re needed most.

This isn’t your typical care role. You’ll be at the heart of our service, stepping in to support clients across a range of care settings - ensuring no one is ever left without the exceptional care they deserve.

About the Role

As a Universal Care Assistant, you’ll provide high-quality care across a variety of services, including:

Domiciliary (home) care visits

Emergency and short-notice support

Waking nights and sleep-ins

Temporary live-in care placements

Your role will include:

Delivering personal care with dignity and respect

Supporting with daily routines and medication

Preparing meals and providing companionship

Adapting quickly to different clients and environments

Being a reassuring, friendly presence in times of need

No two days will look the same – and that’s what makes this role so exciting.

Pay & Benefits

  • £13.30 per hour for care delivery
  • £12.71 per hour for travel time
  • 35p per mile mileage
  • Enhanced rates for waking nights
  • £130 per day for live-in care assignments
  • Guaranteed contracted hours for stability and security
  • Plus:
  • Paid training and ongoing development opportunities as part of our Care Skills Academy
  • Pension scheme
  • Referral bonus scheme
  • Access to PayWise+ (get paid before payday)
  • Free Blue Light Card & discounted fuel
  • Supportive, close-knit team culture
  • Access to our Wellbeing Hub
  • Why This Role Matters As a Universal Care Assistant, you’ll play a vital role in ensuring our clients always receive consistent, high-quality care - even in unexpected or emergency situations.
  • You’ll be the person we rely on to step in, adapt, and make a difference when it matters most.

Who We’re Looking For

Previous care experience (essential)

A flexible and open-minded approach to different types of care

Confidence working across a variety of settings and clients

A calm, reliable, and proactive attitude

Willingness to work a mix of shifts, including nights and live-in when required

A driver with access to a vehicle (essential)

Ready to Take the Next Step?

If you’re looking for a role where you can grow, challenge yourself, and truly make an impact , this is your opportunity.

Join a team that values you, supports you, and empowers you to deliver outstanding care every single day.

Apply now and become a Universal Care Assistant – because every client deserves exceptional care, whenever they need it.

Find out more about us here: homeinstead.co.uk/swindon

Please note: This role is UK-based, and employment is subject to the right to work in the UK.

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