At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide compassionate care and support to individuals in their own homes.
- Company: Join Bradcare, a trusted community care provider with over 20 years of experience.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, paid mileage, flexible hours, and full training provided.
- Other info: Opportunities for career progression and professional qualifications in Health & Social Care.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while enjoying a supportive team environment.
- Qualifications: Full UK driving licence and a passion for helping others are essential.
The predicted salary is between 9.9 - 12.1 £ per hour.
- Full Time - Community Carer - Driver Required
- Swadlincote, United Kingdom | Posted on 28/08/2026
- Female Applicants Only | Full UK Driving Licence Essential
- Empowering Lives Through Compassionate Care
Founded in 2005, Bradcare has proudly supportedindividuals and families across South Derbyshire for over 20 years.
Our missionis simple: to help people live independently, safely and comfortably in theplace they cherish most – their own home.
We are currently recruiting caring, reliable and committedindividuals to join our growing team as Full-Time Community Care Assistants.
Due to the nature of the intimate personal care provided, this position is open to female applicants only, in accordance with thegenuine occupational requirement provisions of the Equality Act 2010.
About the Role
As a Community Care Assistant, you will providehigh-quality, person-centred care to individuals within their own homes.
Everyvisit is an opportunity to make a real difference, helping people remainindependent whilst receiving the support they need with dignity and respect.
You will work as part of a supportive, professional teamdelivering care tailored to each individual's needs, preferences and lifestyle.
This is a full-time position , offering a regular andvaried schedule across a range of care visits, including:
- Morningshifts
- Tea-timeand evening shifts
- Weekendworking as part of the care rota, weekend on weekend off basis
- Emergencycover where required
- Additionalhours where available
Where possible, care rounds are allocated geographically tominimise travel time and support a positive work-life balance.
Areas We Cover
We currently provide care services throughout
- Swadlincote
- Linton
- Overseal
- Newhall
- Midway
- Church Gresley
- Castle Gresley
- Hartshorne
As Bradcare continues to grow, opportunities may becomeavailable across additional areas within South Derbyshire and neighbouringcommunities.
Key Responsibilities
As a Community Care Assistant, your responsibilities willinclude
- Providingpersonal care including washing, dressing, grooming and toileting
- Supportingmobility, transfers and safe movement around the home
- Assistingwith medication administration in accordance with training and companyprocedures
- Preparingmeals and supporting nutrition and hydration
- Providingcompanionship and meaningful social interaction
- Supportingindividuals living with dementia and other complex care needs
- Carryingout light housekeeping and domestic duties
- Maintainingaccurate electronic care records in accordance with GDPR requirements
- Reportingsafeguarding concerns or changes in wellbeing promptly
- Deliveringcare in line with individual care plans and Bradcare's quality standards
- Promotingindependence, dignity, choice and respect at all times
Why Join Bradcare?
At Bradcare, we believe our care team is at the heartofeverything we do.
We are committed to supporting our employees, recognisingtheir hard work and providing opportunities to develop rewarding careers withinhealth and social care.
We offer
- Competitivehourly rates of pay
- Paidmileage
- Refera Friend Scheme
- Full-timehours
- Blue Light Card membership
- Fullypaid induction training
- Flexibleworking opportunities
- Fullyfunded professional qualifications in Health & Social Care
- Clearopportunities for career progression
Requirements
Applicants must have
- A Full UK driving licence (essential)
- Femaleapplicants only due to the genuine occupational requirement under the Equality Act 2010
- Rightto work in the UK
- Availabilityto work a mixture of mornings, lunchtimes, evenings and weekends, depending on service requirements
- Goodcommunication and interpersonal skills
- Acompassionate, dependable and professional approach
- Agenuine 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 andmentoring will be provided. We recruit for values, compassion and commitment asmuch as experience.
Please note: Bradcare is unable to offer Skilled Worker visa sponsorship for this position.
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Full Time - Community Carer - Driver Required in Swadlincote employer: Bradcare Ltd
Bradcare Ltd is an exceptional employer, dedicated to providing high-quality, person-centred care in the heart of South Derbyshire. With a strong emphasis on employee growth through professional development and training opportunities, we foster a supportive work culture that values compassion and commitment. Join us for a rewarding career where your contributions truly make a difference in the lives of our clients.
