Care Assistant in Ayrshire inAyrshire PUBLISHED WED 31 DEC 2025 Jump to job information section
£12.60-£14.50 per hour
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Bluebird Care rhZiluCo
Job description
🌟 New Year, New You – Care Assistant Ayrshire
£13.75/hr for First 3 Months + Paid Travel & Waiting Time
💖 Start 2026 with a Career That Truly Matters
Bluebird Care Ayrshire is looking for kind, reliable people to join our team across Ayr, Prestwick, Troon, Saltcoats, Kilmarnock, and surrounding areas. Whether you’ve cared before or are completely new, we’ll support you every step of the way.
💷 What You’ll Earn & Get
£13.75/hr for your first 3 months
After probation: £12.85–£14.50/hr depending on experience and qualifications
Paid travel & waiting time (in line with NMW)
45p per mile mileage – every journey counts
Paid training, meetings, and supervisions
Flexible shifts – school hours, evenings, weekends
Local work – regular clients, predictable routes, friendly team
Live-in roles: £915–£1,055/week for 8 hrs/day
🌱 Career Progression
We don’t just offer a job — we offer a career path:
Care Assistant – Learn, grow, and make a difference every day
Mentor in your chosen field – Support and guide new team members while honing your skills
Supervisor – Lead teams, manage schedules, and make a bigger impact in your community
🌟 What We Offer
Full training and funded qualifications
Steady support and paid learning time
Flexibility that fits around your home life
Caring, close-knit local team
👉 Who We’re Looking For
Big-hearted, reliable people who want to make a real difference
No prior experience needed — full training provided
Full UK driving licence & access to a car
✨ Make 2026 Your Year
We don’t just offer jobs — we build careers. Join a team that supports you while you support others, with clear routes to progression and a high starting rate for 3 months.
📞 Call Bluebird Care Ayrshire today on or apply online to start your new career.
£13.75/hr for First 3 Months + Paid Travel & Waiting Time
💖 Start 2026 with a Career That Truly Matters
Bluebird Care Ayrshire is looking for kind, reliable people to join our team across Ayr, Prestwick, Troon, Saltcoats, Kilmarnock, and surrounding areas. Whether you’ve cared before or are completely new, we’ll support you every step of the way.
💷 What You’ll Earn & Get
£13.75/hr for your first 3 months
After probation: £12.85–£14.50/hr depending on experience and qualifications
Paid travel & waiting time (in line with NMW)
45p per mile mileage – every journey counts
Paid training, meetings, and supervisions
Flexible shifts – school hours, evenings, weekends
Local work – regular clients, predictable routes, friendly team
Live-in roles: £915–£1,055/week for 8 hrs/day
🌱 Career Progression
We don’t just offer a job — we offer a career path:
Care Assistant – Learn, grow, and make a difference every day
Mentor in your chosen field – Support and guide new team members while honing your skills
Supervisor – Lead teams, manage schedules, and make a bigger impact in your community
🌟 What We Offer
Full training and funded qualifications
Steady support and paid learning time
Flexibility that fits around your home life
Caring, close-knit local team
👉 Who We’re Looking For
Big-hearted, reliable people who want to make a real difference
No prior experience needed — full training provided
Full UK driving licence & access to a car
✨ Make 2026 Your Year
We don’t just offer jobs — we build careers. Join a team that supports you while you support others, with clear routes to progression and a high starting rate for 3 months.
📞 Call Bluebird Care Ayrshire today on or apply online to start your new career.
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If you're interested in this role but you have questions or you're not yet ready to apply, then please book a quick call with us and we'd be happy to answer any questions you have and tell you more about the role.
If you're interested in this role but you have questions or you're not yet ready to apply, then please book a quick call with us and we'd be happy to answer any questions you have and tell you more about the role.
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Useful skills for a Care Assistant:
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To work as a Care Assistant in the UK, you need a combination of essential skills, personal qualities, and sometimes specific qualifications. Here are the key skills and attributes required:
Essential Skills:
1. Communication Skills: Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with clients, families, and healthcare professionals. Good listening skills are also important.
2. Empathy and Compassion: Understanding and sharing the feelings of others is crucial in providing emotional support to clients.
3. Patience: The ability to remain calm and composed in stressful or challenging situations is vital.
4. Physical Fitness: Care assisting can involve lifting, moving, and supporting clients, so having a good level of physical fitness is important.
5. Observational Skills: Being able to notice changes in a client’s condition or behavior is crucial for providing appropriate care.
6. Time Management: You will often have to manage multiple tasks and prioritize the needs of your clients effectively.
7. Teamwork: Ability to work well with other healthcare professionals to provide the best care possible for clients.
8. Problem-Solving Skills: Finding effective solutions to challenges that arise during care activities.
9. Basic Cooking and Household Skills: Depending on the role, you may be required to prepare meals or assist with household chores.
Personal Qualities:
1. Dependability: Being reliable and punctual is essential in this role.
2. Respectfulness: Treating clients with dignity and respect is fundamental.
3. Adaptability: Being able to adjust your approach based on the individual needs of clients and varying situations.
4. Cultural Sensitivity: Understanding and appreciating diverse backgrounds and perspectives.
Qualifications:
While formal qualifications are not always required, the following can be beneficial:
1. Care Sector Training: Mandatory training may include safeguarding, first aid, infection control, and health and safety.
2. Health and Social Care Qualifications: NVQs or diplomas in Health and Social Care can enhance job prospects.
3. DBS Check: An Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check is usually required to ensure the safety of vulnerable individuals.
Experience:
Experience in healthcare, social care, or related fields can be advantageous, though entry-level positions may be available for those new to the sector.
Continuous Development:
Many employers encourage or require ongoing training and professional development to keep skills updated and enhance care delivery.
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