Care and Support Specialist

3 days ago


Westbury, Wiltshire, United Kingdom Candlelight Care Full time
Care Support Specialist

Job Type(s): Full and part-time positions available

Salary: £12 per hour + paid travel time and mileage.

Candlelight Care is seeking enthusiastic, caring, and reliable individuals to join our dedicated and friendly, family-run team, supporting vulnerable adults in their own homes. We currently have opportunities for both full and part-time Care and Support Specialists. Our typical shift patterns run from 7am - 2pm and/or 4pm up to 10pm. We also ask for a commitment to working alternate weekends. Driving is not always essential depending on location.

Key Responsibilities:

As a Care Support Specialist, you will have the opportunity to get to know our clients and their interests and needs. You will provide emotional and practical support, assist with personal care (washing, toileting, dressing) domestic household tasks and food preparation, all tailored to each individual's needs.

You will also be assisting with medication, use of mobility aids and personal equipment where required, and have a responsibility to report to the Registered Manager any significant changes in the health or circumstances of a client.

What We Offer:

  • Competitive Mileage and Travel Time
  • Full and Ongoing Training + Career Progression Opportunities (NVQ)
  • Care Friends Referral Scheme - worth up to £300 per referral
  • Blue Light Discount Card
  • Annual Awards Ceremony
  • Company Smartphone
  • 28 Days Holiday Pro-Rata
  • Employee Assistance Programme - offering support and advice to all our team when they need it most.
  • Workplace Pension (subject to conditions)
  • Uniform and Full PPE for all staff to protect staff and clients.

Desirable Attributes:

  • Empathetic and understanding nature, with a desire to help people.
  • The ability to work well both on your own, and with others.
  • Patience and the ability to remain calm in stressful situations.
  • Full driving license and access to your own vehicle - although walking/cycling routes are available in some areas, please enquire.


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