Care Assistant

Holland & Barrett; Swindon; On-site; GBP 40,000 - GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local home care provider seeks a Community Care Assistant (Female, Driver) in Swindon. Applicants must possess a full UK driving license, a reliable vehicle, and the right to work in the UK. The role includes supporting daily living, providing personal care, and promoting independence. No previous experience is required as full training will be given. This position offers guaranteed hours, competitive pay, and 29 days of paid holiday. Join a team dedicated to delivering high-quality, person-centered care.

Benefits

Paid travel and waiting time

29 days' paid holiday

Supportive management

Qualifications

• Female applicants only due to privacy needs.
• Full UK driving licence and vehicle required.
• No experience necessary; full training provided.

Responsibilities

• Support daily living tasks such as meal prep and medication prompts.
• Provide personal care with dignity.
• Encourage client involvement in care planning.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Kind and caring nature

Reliable

Job description

Overview

Community Care Assistant (Female, Driver) – Saxon Care

Locations: Swindon, Cricklade, Malmesbury, Royal Wootton Bassett & surrounding areas

Pay: £12.40–£13.90 per hour (role & hours dependent)

Additional pay: Paid travel and waiting time, 45p per mile, enhanced rates for unsocial hours, double‑time on public holidays

Contract: Permanent, full‑time or part‑time (guaranteed hours)

Shifts: 07:00–14:30 and 16:00–22:00 (alternate weekends required)

Right to work: UK RTW required — we’re unable to offer sponsorship

Important role requirements (please read before applying)

• Female applicants only, to meet the privacy and dignity needs of people receiving personal care (Occupational Requirement under the Equality Act 2010, Schedule 9).
• Full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle (community/domiciliary role).

About Saxon Care

We’re a family‑run home care provider with over a decade of experience and recognition as a Top 20 Home Care Provider in South West England. Our team delivers person‑centred care that promotes independence, dignity and respect.

• Fair pay for all your time: paid travel and waiting time between visits
• Guaranteed hours (both full‑time and part‑time)
• 29 days’ paid holiday (pro‑rata), including your birthday off
• Supportive, hands‑on management focused on safe, high‑quality care

What you’ll do

• Support daily living: meal prep, medication prompts, light domestic tasks
• Provide personal care with dignity and respect
• Offer companionship and support clients on outings
• Encourage client involvement in care planning and outcomes
• Record visits and care notes accurately

What we’re looking for

• Kind, caring and reliable people with strong communication skills
• Female, driver with own car
• Right to work in the UK (no sponsorship)
• No experience necessary — full training provided

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds — whether you’ve worked in care, retail, hospitality, admin or delivery. Your empathy and commitment matter most.

Pre‑employment checks: Offer subject to enhanced DBS and satisfactory references.
Apply today and start a meaningful career with Saxon Care.
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Equal Opportunities: We are an equal opportunities employer. The female‑only requirement applies to this specific vacancy due to a lawful Occupational Requirement (Equality Act 2010, Schedule 9) linked to privacy and dignity in personal care.