Care Assistant – Evening Shifts (16:00–22:00)
£15.00–£16.00 per hour on-target earnings (includes 10% reliability bonus)
£23.00 per hour Bank Holidays on-target earnings (includes 10% reliability bonus)
+ travel time paid at National Minimum Wage + mileage
Plymouth
Part-time / Permanent
Join an Outstanding Care Team in Plymouth
Looking for a rewarding role with an employer who genuinely values and supports its team?
Bluebird Care Plymouth & South Hams is looking for caring and reliable Care Assistants to join our award-winning team.
No experience required – full paid training, shadowing and ongoing support provided.
Why join Bluebird Care?
✅ £15.00–£16.00 per hour on-target earnings
✅ £23.00 per hour Bank Holiday rate on-target earnings
✅ Paid travel time between visits
✅ Mileage paid
✅ Full paid training and shadowing
✅ Funded Health & Social Care qualifications
✅ Free confidential counselling and wellbeing support for employees and their immediate family members
✅ Genuine staff appreciation throughout the year, including seasonal gifts and recognition
✅ Supportive local management team
✅ Rated 'Outstanding in Caring' by CQC
About your earnings
Our advertised hourly rates include a 10% reliability bonus, paid to team members who complete their scheduled shifts without sickness during the pay period.
We believe in recognising and rewarding reliability, commitment and excellent attendance.
About the role
This is a fantastic opportunity to make a genuine difference in your local community by supporting people to remain independent in their own homes.
You will provide:
- Personal care
- Medication support
- Meal preparation
- Companionship
- Emotional support
- Assistance with daily routines
No two days are the same, but every day makes a positive difference.
Working pattern
Evening shifts: 16:00–22:00
Part-time opportunities available.
Applicants must be available to work every other weekend.
Additional hours may be available for team members looking to increase their earnings.
What we're looking for
✅ Kind, caring and dependable nature
✅ Full UK driving licence
✅ Access to your own vehicle
✅ Good communication skills
✅ Right to work in the UK
✅ No previous care experience required
Why our team stays with us
Our team members tell us they stay because:
- They feel supported, not just managed
- Their wellbeing matters
- They receive recognition for their hard work
- They are part of a genuinely caring team
- They make a real difference every day
Apply today
We are interviewing immediately and can offer quick start dates.
For an informal chat, call Julie on 01752 347700.
Or apply today and we'll be in touch shortly.
Pay: £15.00-£16.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- On-site parking
- Paid training
Application question(s):
- Do you have access to a car
- Are you available to work every other weekend
Language:
Licence/Certification:
- UK Drivers License (required)
Work Location: In person
