Community Care Worker - Part Time - Based in Swadlincote - Driver Required

Community Care Assistant

Female Applicants Only | Full UK Driving Licence Essential | Part-Time | Weekend-on / Weekend-off

Founded in 2005, Bradcare has proudly supported individuals and families across South Derbyshire for over 20 years. Our mission is simple: to help people live independently, safely, and comfortably in the place they cherish most – their own home.

We believe outstanding care is built on compassion, dignity, integrity and genuine human connection. Every member of our team plays an important role in helping people maintain their independence, wellbeing and quality of life.

We are currently recruiting caring, reliable and committed individuals to join our growing team as Part-Time Community Care Assistants.

Due to the nature of intimate personal care provided, this position is open to female applicants only, in accordance with the genuine occupational requirement provisions of the Equality Act 2010.

About the Role

As a Community Care Assistant, you will provide high-quality, person-centred care to individuals within their own homes. Every visit is an opportunity to make a real difference, helping people remain independent whilst receiving the support they need with dignity and respect.

You will work as part of a supportive, professional team delivering care tailored to each individual's needs, preferences and lifestyle.

This is a part-time contracted position, offering regular and reliable hours for successful applicants.

Work is available across:

• Morning shifts
  
• Lunchtime visits
  
• Teatime and evening shifts
  
• Weekend care
  
• Emergency cover calls where required
  

Weekend Working

Our part-time care roles can include a weekend-on / weekend-off working pattern, providing regular weekend availability whilst allowing you to maintain a good work-life balance.

Enhanced pay rates are available for eligible shifts, including applicable weekend work.

Areas We Cover: Where possible, care rounds are allocated geographically to minimise travel time and support a positive work-life balance.

We currently provide care services throughout:

• Swadlincote
  
• Linton
  
• Overseal
  
• Woodville
  
• Newhall
  
• Midway
  
• Church Gresley
  
• Castle Gresley
  
• Hartshorne
  

As Bradcare continues to grow, opportunities may become available across additional areas within South Derbyshire and neighbouring communities.

Key Responsibilities

• Delivering care in line with individual care plans and Bradcare's quality standards
  
• Providing personal care including washing, dressing, and toileting
  
• Supporting mobility, transfers and safe movement around the home
  
• Assisting with medication administration
  
• Preparing meals and supporting nutrition and hydration
  
• Providing companionship and meaningful social interaction
  
• Supporting individuals living with dementia and other complex care needs
  
• Carrying out light housekeeping and domestic duties
  
• Maintaining accurate electronic care records in accordance with GDPR requirements, using PASS and NOURISH systems
  

Why Join Bradcare?

We are committed to supporting our employees throughout their careers and providing a supportive working environment where our staff feel valued.

We offer:

• Competitive hourly rates of pay, including enhanced rates at weekends
  
• Paid mileage
  
• Guaranteed contracted part-time hours
  
• Weekend-on / weekend-off working opportunities
  
• Employee discount scheme
  
• Company pension scheme
  
• Company parking available on site
  
• Central office location within Swadlincote
  
• On-call service for support outside normal office hours
  
• Refer a Friend scheme
  
• Immediate start opportunities
  
• Fully paid induction training
  
• Fully funded professional qualifications in Health & Social Care
  
• Friendly, supportive and inclusive working environment
  
• Stable, long-term employment with a respected local care provider
  

Requirements

Applicants must have:

• A Full UK driving licence (essential) and access to a reliable vehicle
  
• Female applicants only (genuine occupational requirement under the Equality Act 2010)
  
• Right to work in the UK
  
• Availability to work a mixture of mornings, lunchtimes, evenings and weekends
  
• Willingness to participate in a weekend-on / weekend-off working pattern
  
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
  
• A compassionate, dependable and professional approach
  
• A genuine passion for helping people live independently and with dignity
  

Previous care experience is welcomed but not essential.

If you are new to care, full training, ongoing support and mentoring will be provided. We recruit for values, compassion and commitment as much as experience.

Please note: Bradcare is unable to offer Skilled Worker visa sponsorship for this position.

Apply Today

Start a career where every day makes a difference.

If you are caring, reliable and looking for a rewarding part-time career in community care, we would love to hear from you.

Apply online via the Bradcare Careers page:

Bradcare Careers – www.bradcare.co.uk