Universal Care Assistant
Home Instead Swindon & Vale of White Horse are a well-established, award-winning home care provider, supporting older people to live well and independently in the place they love most - their own home. We are proud to be a CQC ‘Outstanding’ rated provider, delivering exceptional care across Swindon, Highworth, Faringdon, the Vale of White Horse, and surrounding villages. Become a Universal Care Assistant - A Role Like No OtherAre 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 visitsEmergency and short-notice supportWaking nights and sleep-insTemporary live-in care placementsYour role will include:Delivering personal care with dignity and respectSupporting with daily routines and medicationPreparing meals and providing companionshipAdapting quickly to different clients and environmentsBeing a reassuring, friendly presence in times of needNo 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 time35p per mile mileageEnhanced rates for waking nights£130 per day for live-in care assignmentsGuaranteed contracted hours for stability and securityPlus:Paid training and ongoing development opportunities as part of our Care Skills AcademyPension schemeReferral bonus schemeAccess to PayWise+ (get paid before payday)Free Blue Light Card & discounted fuelSupportive, close-knit team cultureAccess 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 ForPrevious care experience (essential)A flexible and open-minded approach to different types of careConfidence working across a variety of settings and clientsA calm, reliable, and proactive attitudeWillingness to work a mix of shifts, including nights and live-in when requiredA 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 sing...