Care Assistant

Make 2026 the Year You Change Lives - And Love What You Do

Looking for a career that truly makes a difference?

Whether you're changing careers, returning to work, or looking for a role with purpose, Right at Home Central Wiltshire could be exactly what you're looking for.

We're currently recruiting Care Assistants to work either:

• Morning & Day Shifts: 7:00am - 3:00pm
• Afternoon & Evening Shifts: 3:00pm - 10:30pm

You must be available to work alternate weekends.

If you're naturally kind, compassionate, and enjoy helping others, you don't need previous care experience . We provide all the training, support, and encouragement you need to build a rewarding career.

At Right at Home Central Wiltshire, we provide outstanding, person-centred care that enables people to remain independent in the comfort of their own homes. We're proud to be an award-winning employer that invests in our team, promotes from within, and creates a workplace where people genuinely enjoy coming to work.

Why You'll Love Working With Us

We believe great care starts with looking after our own team.

You’ll receive:

• £14.50 per hour weekdays
• £15.75 per hour weekends
• 1.5x pay on Bank Holidays
• Paid travel time
• 35p per mile mileage allowance
• Three days of paid classroom training
• Paid shadowing before working independently
• Free Enhanced DBS
• 28 days paid holiday (pro rata)
• Company pension
• Birthday bonus – paid MOT service
• Company sick pay (after qualifying period)
• £250 Refer a Friend bonus
• Free Blue Light Card with hundreds of discounts
• Fully funded NVQ Level 2 & 3 qualifications
• Career progression opportunities
• Monthly team events and a genuinely supportive management team
• Local rounds to minimise travel time

What You'll Be Doing

Every day is different, but every visit matters.

You’ll support clients in their own homes by:

• Providing personal care including washing, dressing and bathing
• Administering or prompting medication
• Preparing meals and drinks
• Providing companionship and emotional support
• Helping with shopping, appointments and social outings
• Supporting mobility and independence
• Light housekeeping and ensuring clients remain safe and comfortable

You’ll leave every shift knowing you’ve made someone's day a little easier.

Award-Winning Training & Support

No experience? No problem.

We’ll give you everything you need to become a confident Care Assistant.

Your training includes:

• Three days of face-to-face classroom training
• Medication training
• Manual handling
• Basic Life Support
• Infection prevention
• Safeguarding
• Dementia awareness
• Food hygiene
• Fire safety
• Mental Capacity Act
• Comprehensive online learning
• Paid shadowing with experienced CareGivers

After 12 months, you’ll also have the opportunity to complete a fully funded NVQ Level 2 or Level 3 in Health & Social Care , helping you build a long-term career with us.

What We're Looking For

More than qualifications, we’re looking for the right people.

You’ll need:

• A caring, compassionate nature
• Great communication skills
• A positive attitude and willingness to learn
• A full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle
• Availability to work either 7:00am-3:00pm or 3:00pm-10:30pm
• Availability to work alternate weekends
• The right to work in the UK

Why Right at Home?

We’re not an agency.

We’re a local, award-winning home care provider that believes in building lasting relationships with both our clients and our CareGivers.

Over 45% of our office team started as Care Assistants , proving that if you’re ambitious, there are real opportunities to grow your career with us.

Our team stays with us because they feel appreciated, supported, and recognised for the incredible work they do every day.

If you’re looking for more than just a job, you’ll find a career where you’re genuinely valued.

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