Care Assistant in Carlisle (Harraby, Morton, Stanwix, Botcherby, Currock, Wetheral, Scotby) in Carlisle inCarlisle PUBLISHED THU 3 JUL 2025 Jump to job information section

Join Bluebird Care Carlisle, a family-run business with 17 years of experience, providing exceptional home care.
Enjoy flexible working hours from 7am to 10pm, perfect for balancing work and personal commitments.
Receive competitive pay at £13.00 per hour with a mileage allowance, rewarding your efforts as you travel between clients.
Benefit from comprehensive training, including paid induction, ensuring you feel confident and well-prepared.
Gain access to career progression opportunities and nationally recognised qualifications through our Bluebird Care Training Academy.
Be part of a supportive and friendly team that values kindness, professionalism, and dedication to enhancing customers' lives.
*WE DO NOT PROVIDE SPONSORSHIP FOR THIS POSITION*
*Full UK driving licence and access to your own car is essential*

Bluebird Care is the UK's leading premium provider of home care because we know that it's "Good to be Home".
We are a family run business and have been the leading provider of premium quality homecare in Carlisle for over 17 years and due to high demand for our high-quality services we are looking for carers to join our friendly and supportive team.
Our customers want to be at home surrounded by family and friends, memories and familiar home comforts. We make that possible by employing exceptional care experts who are committed to their role and work as part of our supportive team.
What we offer:
• £100 Prezzee voucher or Care Friends points for joining Bluebird Care Carlisle– your choice! (on your first pay day)
• Flexible full and part-time hours right across the day from 7am until 10pm (we don’t offer school hours 9-3 or 9-5)
• Guaranteed hours available subject to candidate availability
• Excellent hourly rates - £13.00 per hour with a mileage allowance of 30p per mile
• Care Friends reward scheme
• Paid in-house induction
• Paid shadow shifts
• 28 days paid holiday a year (pro rata)
• Ongoing paid refresher training every 12-36 months
• Uniform and badge
• Pension scheme
• Advanced DBS check paid for
• Care Certificate Qualification
• Level 2 & 3 certified NCFE courses in Adult Social Care and Dementia Awareness
• Healthy supportive working environment
• Dedication to continual development and improvement of the whole staff team and the company
• Eligibility for Bluelight discount card
• Work anniversary voucher to recognise commitment to Bluebird Care
• Job referral scheme worth £250
• Dedicated parking for our office

What you need:
• Caring
• Reliable
• Empathetic
• 100% committed to the delivery of premium quality care
• A genuine desire to help others
• Flexible approach to working hours
• Available to work alternate weekends
• A full UK driving licence and a car which is insured for business use
• The right to work in the UK. We do not provide sponsorship

Responsibilities include:
- Helping with daily household tasks such as cleaning and laundry
-Assisting customers with mobility issues
- Preparing meals and assisting with meal planning
- Running errands, such as grocery shopping or picking up prescriptions
- Assisting with personal care tasks, such as bathing and dressing
- Providing companionship and engage in conversation with the customer
- Administering medication
- Accompanying the customer to appointments or social outings
Experience:
- Previous experience as a home assistant or in a similar role is an advantage but not necessary
- Knowledge of basic household cleaning techniques and practices
- Familiarity with meal preparation and cooking
- Ability to follow instructions and work independently
- Excellent communication skills and ability to engage in conversation
- Compassionate and caring attitude towards customers
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and respect customer privacy
Please note that this job description is not exhaustive, and additional duties may be assigned as needed.