Current vacancies
Come and work with us at Bluebird Care
- Reading, Maidenhead & Windsor
- Full Time / Part Time
Female Care Assistant
£13.50 - £20.25 per hour
Female Care Assistant Location : Reading & Wokingham · £13.75 p/h on weekdays (£13.50p/h during probation) · £14.75 p/h on weekends (£14.50p/h during probation) · £20.63 p/h on bank holidays (£20.25p/h during probation) Expert training | Flexible shift patterns Bluebird Care – Where you change lives We’re the best at what we do and it’s all thanks to talented people like you. As the leading Home Care provider, we take pride in our work - and we’re looking for a caring and dedicated Care Assistant to join our Care Team and help us set the standard. Our customers should feel comfortable in their own homes, and we help them do exactly that. You’ll be supporting people in all aspects of daily living, working independently or as part of a team who that is supportive every step of the way. This isn’t just a job, this is a chance to bring purpose and dignity to someone’s life. If you’re ready to take on a new challenge, supporting our customers with the best quality care, then this is where you belong. Responsibilities As a Care Assistant, your key responsibilities will include: · Provide high-quality care tailored to each person’s individual needs · Assist with personal care (e.g. bathing, dressing, grooming) · Help with meal prepping, preparation and nutrition · Support with medication, prescriptions and safe disposal · Carry out light housework like tidying, laundry and general cleaning · Be a dependable friendly, familiar face for all the customers you care for Benefits · PAID travel time · PAID Mileage · Increased pay rates for people qualified with L2 and above · Guaranteed or Flexible hours contracts available · Refer a friend bonus scheme · Access to Hastee Pay (Drawdown on your pay in advance) · Employee of the quarter scheme · Full PAID induction and ongoing expert training · Flexible shift patterns · Uniform and PPE provided · Regular support and ongoing career development · Friendly, inclusive team with 24/7 support Requirements · A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle · A right to work in the UK without requiring spοnsοrship or vіsa transfer · A kind, compassionate attitude and a calm approach to care · Great communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships · Ability to follow care plans · Previous healthcare assistant experience is beneficial but not a necessity as full training will be provided If you care deeply, Bluebird Care makes sure you have the time you need to do what you do best, the training so you can keep doing it better and the rewards that delivering such high-quality care deserves. Bluebird Care Reading & Wokingham is an Equal Opportunity Employer. DBS checking and references will be undertaken in line with government regulations and recruitment best practices. Section 7(2b) of the Sex Discrimination Act 1975 applies that there is a genuine occupational requirement for female staff for these positions
- Reading, Maidenhead & Windsor
- Full Time / Part Time
Children's Support Worker (SEN)
£13.50 - £14.50 per hour
Bluebird Care £13.50 per hour Full-Time, Part-Time & Flexible Hours Available Make a Real Difference to Children's Lives Are you passionate about helping children reach their full potential? We're looking for caring, confident and dedicated Children's Support Workers to provide support to children with Special Educational Needs (SEN) in their homes, schools and local communities. Every day is different, and you'll play a vital role in helping children develop independence, build confidence and enjoy meaningful experiences in a safe and supportive environment. What You'll Be Doing Supporting children with SEN in their family homes and building positive relationships with both the child and their family. Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Health & Social Care or a relevant SEN qualification. Providing one-to-one support in schools and early years settings alongside teachers and educational professionals. Accompanying children to activities, appointments and community outings. Using Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) approaches to encourage positive outcomes and manage behaviours safely. Communicating with children using Makaton and other communication methods appropriate to their needs. Following individual care plans, safeguarding procedures and school reporting requirements. Maintaining accurate records and reporting concerns promptly. What We're Looking For Essential Experience supporting children with Special Educational Needs. Knowledge of Positive Behaviour Support techniques. Makaton awareness. Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle with business insurance. A calm, patient and child-centred approach. A strong commitment to safeguarding and promoting children's welfare. Desirable Experience supporting children with autism, ADHD or learning disabilities. Paediatric First Aid qualification. Training & Development We invest in our teams and provide comprehensive training and ongoing support, including: Oliver McGowan Tier 2 Training. Positive Behaviour Support training. Safeguarding training. Paediatric First Aid and Basic Life Support (BLS). Moving and Handling training. Ongoing professional development opportunities and support towards further qualifications. Regular supervision and support from our friendly office team. What We Offer Competitive hourly pay. Paid training. Mileage allowance. Flexible working patterns. Pension scheme. Paid annual leave. Ongoing support and career development opportunities. Join Our Team If you're passionate about making a positive difference to the lives of children with Special Educational Needs and want to be part of a supportive and rewarding team, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and help us create brighter futures for the children and families we support.