Care Assistant

Make 2025 the Year You Change Lives – Including Your Own

At Right at Home Chippenham, we provide exceptional, person-centred care to adults who wish to remain living independently in the comfort of their own homes. We're proud to be a local employer that truly values, supports, and invests in its team—and we’re now inviting compassionate individuals to join us as Full-Time Support Workers.

Whether you're looking for a fulfilling new career or a role that reflects your values and lifestyle, this opportunity offers more than just a job. It offers flexibility, professional growth, and the chance to make a real difference every day.

About the Role

As a Support Worker, you’ll support clients throughout your local community with a variety of daily needs. Your responsibilities may include:

• 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

Every visit is unique, and every day brings an opportunity to make a lasting, positive impact.

Please note: 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. This helps us offer you consistent hours and support continuity of care for our clients.

What We Offer You

We believe that to provide the best care, our team must feel cared for too. That’s why we offer:

• Competitive Pay: From £14.25/hour weekdays, and £15.50/hour weekends
• Bank Holiday Enhancements: 1.5x standard pay rate
• Paid Travel Time: We pay for the time spent travelling between clients
• Mileage Reimbursement: 35p per mile
• Paid Induction & Shadowing: Including three days of paid training and supported introductory shifts
• Free Enhanced DBS Check
• Holiday Pay: 28 days per year (pro-rata)
• Pension Contribution
• Sickness Pay (after qualifying period)
• Refer-a-Friend Scheme: Earn up to £150 for each successful referral
• Free Blue Light Card: Access exclusive discounts with UK retailers
• Ongoing Training and Development: Career pathways, NVQs, and leadership roles available
• Supportive Work Culture: Monthly team events, 24/7 on-call support, regular one-to-one check-ins
• Local Work: We aim to keep you working in your nearest area to reduce travel

Training & Development

At Right at Home Chippenham, we’re proud to provide training that goes far beyond the basics. Whether you're new to care or bringing past experience, our structured approach ensures you feel confident, prepared, and fully supported in your role from day one—and as you grow with us.

1. Three Days of In-Person, Classroom-Based Training

Your journey begins with a comprehensive three-day, face-to-face induction held at our local office. This practical, hands-on training includes:

• Medication Training – Safe handling, administration, and accurate record keeping
• Basic Life Support – Emergency response, CPR, and first aid essentials
• Manual Handling – Safe movement and transfer techniques that protect both you and your clients
• Key care skills including infection control, communication, and person-centred support

This training provides a strong foundation and ensures you’re confident before visiting clients on your own.

2. Shadowing Shifts

Following your classroom training, you’ll complete supervised shadowing visits with experienced CareGivers. This gives you the opportunity to observe real visits, ask questions, and begin your work with reassurance and guidance.

3. E-Learning Platform: Learn Everything You Need to Know

You’ll also be enrolled on our comprehensive e-learning platform, which covers all core areas of home care. These include:

• Dementia awareness
• Fire safety
• Health and safety
• Infection prevention
• Safeguarding
• Food hygiene
• Mental capacity and more

This online training ensures you're equipped with the knowledge and understanding needed to deliver safe, high-quality care—at your own pace.

4. Fully Funded NVQ Qualifications

We’re committed to your long-term development. After 12 months of employment, we offer you the opportunity to complete a fully funded NVQ Level 2 or Level 3 in Health & Social Care. This nationally recognised qualification can open doors to senior and specialist roles, and we’ll support you every step of the way.

What We’re Looking For

At Right at Home, we hire for values and train for skills. If you're kind, reliable, and eager to make a difference, we’d love to hear from you.

Requirements:

• 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—our full training and mentoring programme will prepare you with everything you need to feel confident and capable.

Why Choose Right at Home Chippenham?

Right at Home is a trusted, award-winning home care provider known for high standards and a truly supportive culture. Over 30% of our office team began their journey as CareGivers, and we remain deeply committed to promoting from within.

We are not an agency—we build lasting relationships with our clients and our staff. You’ll have consistent hours, regular clients, and a manager who knows your name. From your first day, you'll be welcomed, respected, and supported to grow.

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