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Bluebird Care

Care Assistant - Driver

InverclydeField-based
ContractPart-Time
£14.25per hour
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Care Assistant – Driver
Location: Inverclyde & Renfrewshire
Pay: £14.25 per hour
Shifts: 4pm–10pm and weekend availability
Essential: Full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle.

Make a Difference Every Day – Join Our Care Team!
At Bluebird Care Inverclyde & Renfrewshire, we believe that great care is about more than just helping with daily tasks. It's about making connections, building trust and helping people live independently in the comfort of their own homes.

We're looking for caring, compassionate and reliable individuals to join our growing team of Care Assistants. If you're someone who enjoys helping others, making people smile and bringing reassurance to those who need it, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Whether you're preparing a meal, supporting someone with their personal care, helping with medication or simply taking the time for a friendly chat, every visit makes a difference.

Your Role as a Care Assistant
You'll provide high-quality, person-centred care to customers in their own homes, helping them maintain their independence, dignity and quality of life.
Your responsibilities will include:
  • Providing personal care with kindness, dignity and respect.
  • Supporting customers with their daily routines.
  • Preparing meals and encouraging healthy eating and hydration.
  • Supporting with medication in line with care plans and training.
  • Assisting with light household duties.
  • Offering companionship and emotional support.
  • Building positive and trusting relationships with customers and their families.
  • Travelling between customer visits to provide consistent and reliable care.

Every customer is different, and every day brings an opportunity to make a positive impact.

What We Offer
We believe our care team deserves to feel valued, supported and appreciated.
When you join Bluebird Care, you'll receive:
  • £14.25 per hour.
  • Paid travel time and mileage.
  • Full induction and comprehensive training.
  • Ongoing training and career development opportunities.
  • Uniform and PPE provided.
  • Flexible working arrangements within our available shift patterns.
  • Supportive management and a friendly team environment.
  • 24/7 support and guidance.
  • Opportunities to develop your skills and progress within care.

Available Shifts
We are currently recruiting for Care Assistants who can commit to:
  • Evening shifts: 4pm–10pm.
  • Weekend working: Availability to work every 2nd weekend is essential.

We are particularly interested in applicants who can offer flexibility and reliability across these shifts.

What We're Looking For
You don't need previous care experience, as full training will be provided. What matters most is your attitude, reliability and genuine desire to help others.
We're looking for people who are:
  • Compassionate, patient and understanding.
  • Reliable, punctual and professional.
  • Friendly and confident communicators.
  • Respectful of people's dignity, privacy and independence.
  • Comfortable working independently and following care plans.
  • Passionate about delivering high-quality care.

Driving requirements – Essential:
  • Full UK driving licence.
  • Access to your own reliable vehicle.
  • Willingness to travel between customers' homes throughout Inverclyde and Renfrewshire.

Please note: Applicants must be drivers with access to their own vehicle. This is an essential requirement for the position.

Why Choose Bluebird Care?
Working in care is more than just a job. It's an opportunity to change someone's day, make a meaningful connection and help people remain independent in the home they love.

At Bluebird Care Inverclyde & Renfrewshire, you'll be part of a team that values compassion, teamwork and dedication. We'll provide the training, support and guidance you need to grow in your role and feel confident in the care you deliver.

If you have a caring nature, enjoy helping others and are looking for a rewarding role, we'd love to hear from you!
Apply today and become part of something that truly makes a difference.

Bluebird Care Inverclyde & Renfrewshire is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
PVG checks and references will be undertaken in line with relevant legislation and recruitment best practices.
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