When recruiting Care Assistants at Bright Care, we look for people with the right character, values and commitment. A background in care isn’t necessary, we look for people with a positive attitude and the ability to build good relationships with clients, their families and the wider team. The Care Assistant role is varied and the duties are tailored to the needs of the client. Our Care Assistants find their work really fulfilling and they are well rewarded for the work they do, bringing joy to later years.
What we look for when employing Care Assistants
Our Care Assistants are employed directly by us. Branch staff review all applications and are responsible for taking candidates through the recruitment process. Branch Managers Natalie and Laura talk about what they look for when employing Care Assistants.
Care Assistant job description
As a Care Assistant with Bright Care, you support older clients in their own homes with day‑to‑day tasks and friendly companionship, either through regular daytime visits or live‑in roles. Your role as a Care Assistant is to support clients to remain safe and comfortable in their own homes.
We hire people who are new to care as well as experienced carers. We look for people who share our values and are keen to learn. Full, paid training is provided through the Bright Care Training Academy so you will feel confident you have all the skills necessary regardless of your previous experience.
Care Assistant role and responsibilities
Your roles and responsibilities as a Care Assistant include providing personal care such as helping clients get up, wash, dress and move safely around their home, always with dignity and respect. You also support with light housekeeping, meal preparation, outings and assisting with medication, depending on each person’s needs.
Companionship is at the heart of the job: with visits from 2 hours, you have quality time to spend with clients. This means you can spend time talking, sharing hobbies, reading, or going out together. Our care is client led so your role and responsibilities will be based around the client’s needs.
Care Assistant benefits
We have full time, part time and salaried positions available. Pay is competitive for both hourly and live‑in roles. We offer paid mileage, paid holidays and access to a pension scheme. We also offer several bonus incentives.
You receive paid, first‑class training, ongoing development, and support from your local branch and Care Manager. Uniform and PPE are included. There are opportunities to gain qualifications, progress your career and take part in wellbeing initiatives that recognise and reward your work.
Why work for Bright Care
Bright Care is an award‑winning in‑home care provider that focuses on quality time with clients, with longer visit lengths that allow you to deliver truly person‑centred care. We invest heavily in our people, with strong values, clear communication and a culture that supports emotional wellbeing as well as professional growth. If you are compassionate, patient and reliable, and want meaningful work that brings joy and purpose into people’s later years, Bright Care offers a rewarding long‑term career.
Our awards
- Winners of The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2024 and
- Highly Commended in the Best Places to Work for Employees Aged 55+
- Number one in the UK’s Top Health & Social Care Companies To Work For 2021
- The Sunday Times 100 Best Small Companies To Work For 2018
- We’re #10 in the Best Scottish Companies To Work For in 2018
- Scottish Care Housing Support Provider of the Year 2017
Why choose Bright Care
We are recruiting exceptional Care Assistants in the South East of England and Scotland. You can find more information about the Care Assistant job description and the Care Assistant role and responsibilities on our website.
Bright Care provides in-home care and companionship for elderly loved ones. We focus on building meaningful relationships with our clients and are there to offer practical home help services and emotional support. Our tailored in-home care services provide peace of mind for families who cannot always be there to care for their loved ones.
