Care Assistant (Trowbridge & Melksham)

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 7 May 2026
LOCATION
Trowbridge
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Entry-level
CATEGORY
Social Care
This employer holds a UK Home Office sponsor license — sponsorship for this specific role is at the employer’s discretion

SKILLS

Personal care Medication administration Companionship Meal preparation Light housekeeping Mobility assistance Full UK driving licence Communication skills

FULL DESCRIPTION

Care Assistant (Trowbridge & Melksham)

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is seeking a Full-Time Care Assistant to provide person-centred care to adults in their own homes. The role offers competitive pay, full training, and opportunities for career progression.

About the Role

  • Assisting with personal care such as bathing, dressing, and hygiene
  • Supporting with medication reminders and administration
  • Providing companionship and conversation
  • Preparing meals and supporting with nutritional needs
  • Performing light housekeeping and maintaining a safe environment
  • Assisting with mobility and transfers, including getting in and out of bed
  • Escorting clients to appointments or social outings

For full-time roles, it would be ideal if you’re available to work across all service areas, including Chippenham, Melksham, Calne, Corsham, and surrounding villages.

What We Offer You

  • Competitive Pay: From £14.50/hour weekdays, and £15.75/hour weekends
  • Bank Holiday Enhancements: 1.5x standard pay rate
  • Paid Travel Time
  • Mileage Reimbursement: 35p per mile
  • Paid Induction & Shadowing
  • Free Enhanced DBS Check
  • Holiday Pay: 28 days per year (pro-rata)
  • Pension Contribution
  • Birthday bonus – paid MOT service
  • Sickness Pay (after qualifying period)
  • Refer-a-Friend Scheme: Earn up to £250 for each successful referral
  • Free Blue Light Card
  • Ongoing Training and Development
  • Supportive Work Culture
  • Local Work

Training & Development

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] provides comprehensive training including three days of in-person classroom-based training, supervised shadowing shifts, e-learning platform, and fully funded NVQ Level 2 or Level 3 in Health & Social Care after 12 months.

What We’re Looking For

  • A genuine interest in helping others
  • A positive, flexible, and professional attitude
  • A full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle
  • Availability to work alternate weekends
  • Legal right to work in the UK

No prior care experience is necessary – full training and mentoring provided.

Why Choose [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]?

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is a trusted, award-winning home care provider. Over 45% of our office team began as Care Assistants. We are not an agency – we build lasting relationships.

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