Care Assistant

Home Instead

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Swindon, England, gb on site Until 8/21/2026 First posted May 29, 2025 Last posted February 25, 2026
Job description

Home Instead Swindon & Vale of White Horse are a well-established home care provider, supporting older people to remain healthy & well within their own homes. We are a CQC rated 'Outstanding' home care provider. We support clients living across Swindon & Highworth and into Faringdon & Vale of White Horse areas as well as the surrounding villages. 

Join Our Team of Everyday Heroes – Become a Domiciliary Care Assistant in Swindon & Vale of White Horse!

Are you ready to make a real impact every single day?
We’re on the lookout for kind-hearted, energetic individuals to join our vibrant team of Care Assistant's. If you’re passionate about helping others and want a job where no two days are the same – this is the role for you.

The Care Assistant role:
You'll be supporting people in their own homes across the Swindon & Vale of White Horse areas – helping them live life to the fullest. Your role will include:

  • Supporting with personal care with dignity and respect
  • Preparing meals and brightening someone's day over a cup of tea
  • Medication reminders and supporting with daily routines
  • Being a friendly face and providing a listening ear – your presence matters
  • Light household duties

Why You’ll Love Working With Us As A Care Assistant:

  • £12.75 per hour during the week and £13.50 per hour on a weekend
  • Paid mileage & travel time between visits– your time is valuable
  • Hours that fits around your life – mornings/evenings/full or part time
  • Full training provided – no experience? No problem!
  • Clear career pathways and qualifications (NVQs)
  • Pension scheme
  • Referral scheme – earn money for your friends joining the team
  • Access to your pay ahead of payday with EarlyPay
  • Free Blue Light Card and access to discounted fuel
  • Be part of a close-knit team that truly supports each other
  • Make real, lasting connections with clients and their families

You’ll Be a Great Fit If You Are:

  • A people person with a caring, positive attitude
  • Reliable and ready to take initiative
  • Happy to travel within Swindon & Vale of White Horse and the surrounding areas
  • Able to work an alternate weekend
  • A car driver with access to your own vehicle (desirable due to the nature of the role)

Whether you’re starting fresh or looking for a career with heart, we’ll give you the support, training, and encouragement you need to thrive.

Start your journey as a local hero today. Apply now and help us change lives – one visit at a time.

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

Please note that this role is UK based, and an offer of employment is contingent on candidates having the right to work in the UK.

About this role

Summary

Support clients in their homes with personal care, meals, routines, and companionship.

Job title

Care Assistant

Experience level

no experience needed

Industry

healthcare

Location requirements

Swindon & Vale of White Horse, UK, with travel; remote work not allowed.

Salary

£12.75 per hour during the week and £13.50 per hour on a weekend

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

reliabilitypositivityreliable transportation

Preferred skills

car driver

Specializations

personal caremedication supportdementia care
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Swindon, UK

On-site City