Experienced Care Assistant - £14.50/hour Mileage

Posting date11 November 2025

Closing date11/12/2025 14:10:19

Salary£14.50 to £14.80 per hour, Full Training, Mileage, Pension

LocationSwindon, Wiltshire, SN2 2QG

CompanyFirst City Nursing and Care

Job typePermanent

HoursFull Time

Reference17445166

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Specialist Carers - Reablement & Intermediate Services


Are you a skilled care professional ready to support people in regaining independence after hospital or during periods of intermediate care? At First City Care Group, our Reablement and Intermediate Services teams deliver specialist, person-centred care that transforms lives across Swindon.



Why This Role is Different:



  • Work with clients transitioning from hospital and/or receiving intermediate care, supporting recovery and preventing unnecessary hospital stays.

  • Collaborate closely with occupational therapists, nurses, social workers, and other professionals to design and deliver tailored care plans.

  • Deliver short-term, outcome-focused interventions that empower clients to regain confidence, mobility, and independence.


Your Responsibilities:



  • Provide high-quality, person-centred care, including personal care, medication, mobility support, meal preparation, and light household tasks.

  • Support clients in rebuilding skills and confidence, promoting independence at every stage of recovery.

  • Assess changing care needs in collaboration with the wider health and social care team.

  • Mentor junior staff and contribute to a culture of professional excellence and continuous improvement.


Who We're Looking For:



  • Minimum 1 years' experience in health & social care

  • NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Health & Social Care (preference)

  • Full UK driving licence and access to a reliable vehicle

  • Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with professionals across multiple disciplines


What We Offer:



  • Competitive pay: £14.50/hour + 35p per mile

  • Flexible hours: full-time, part-time, weekends, mornings, and/or evenings

  • 28 days paid holiday (pro rata) + free uniform

  • Parking Permit

  • Access to pool cars, employee discounts, refer-a-friend bonuses

  • Comprehensive induction and shadowing to support your development

  • Employee Assistance Programme (Health Assured)


Hear From Our Team:


"Working across reablement and intermediate services is incredibly rewarding. You can see real progress in clients' independence."
"The collaboration with other professionals ensures clients receive the right care at the right time."



If you're ready to specialise in reablement and intermediate care, make a tangible difference, and work within a supportive, professional team, we want to hear from you!



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