• Location: Brentwood & Billericay
• Contract type: Care Assistant
• Salary details: Paid DBS / career development & specialist training / £400 Welcome bonus split through your probation period/ £15.50 to £16.50 per hour/ £20.25 per hour Bank holidays

Are you passionate about the care industry? Do you go the extra mile to make a difference in people’s lives every single day? If you are, this may be the opportunity for you…

This is not your run-of-the-mill care position. At Bluebird Care Essex West, we are building something incredible—for both our customers and our team. We believe in exceptional customer service, both inside and outside the organisation.

We are currently seeking a Senior Care Expert for full-time or part-time hours across Essex West, covering:

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What makes this role special?

As a Senior Care Expert, you'll be more than just a care expert. You’ll play a vital role in delivering safe, compassionate care and support to help our customers enjoy the best quality of life in their own homes. You’ll also be a mentor, guide and supporter to your fellow care colleagues—helping to maintain our high Bluebird Care standards and promote a positive, nurturing team environment.

We promise to:

• Provide comprehensive training so you feel confident and prepared
• Pair you with experienced and dedicated Care Experts to help you settle in
• Listen to your ideas—your input matters
• Offer flexible working hours to fit your life
• Supply smartphone technology to support your work (and the planet!)
• Create opportunities for career progression and skill development
• Give you 28 days’ paid leave (including bank holidays) pro rata
• Provide ongoing team support even when you’re working independently

Offer competitive pay rates:

Weekdays: £15.50

Weekends: £16.50

Bank Holidays: £20.25

What we’re looking for:

• A minimum of 9 months’ experience as a care assistant (or equivalent)
• A full UK driving licence and access to your own transport
• A commitment to working every other weekend
• A caring, compassionate, and calm nature
• A strong understanding of person-centred care
• Confidence mentoring and supporting others in the care team
• The ability to complete spot checks, reviews, audits, and provide leadership-level support
• Be an active member of our on-call support team

This role is ideal for someone who wants to make a bigger impact—not just for customers, but for the care team too. Whether it’s offering guidance to new staff and existing team members, conducting light touch customer reviews in the community, or stepping in during an emergency, you’ll be a key player in delivering excellence, every day.

If you are interested, apply today!!