Carer
About this role
Fixed-Term Care Assistant (Agency Staffing via Bridge Staffing Agency)
Location: The Meadows Care Home, Britwell Road, Didcot, OX11 7JN
Pay Rate: £13.78 per hour (with NVQ and Weekend Enhancements available)
Contract Type: Fixed-Term Contract (until May 2027) / 32–37 hours per week
Shift Pattern: Early (7:00 AM – 2:00 PM) / Late (2:00 PM – 10:00 PM) with Alternate Weekend Working
Agency Contact: Bridge Staffing Agency (Recruitment Line: 0800 988 8133)
About the Role
Bridge Staffing Agency is proud to partner with The Meadows, situated in a quiet residential street near Didcot town centre. The Meadows offers compassionate, individualised residential, respite, early-stage dementia, and nursing care for up to 68 residents in a welcoming, friendly, and cosy environment.
As a Fixed-Term Care Assistant, you will make a real, positive difference every single day. Along with supporting daily routines and personal care (washing, bathing, and supporting toilet use), you will help create a happy, fulfilled life for our residents, sharing laughter and building lasting, meaningful memories as part of our extended family.
What We Are Looking For
The Right Attitude: A genuine passion for care, bringing kindness, dignity, and a positive energy to our residents.
Communication Skills: Great interpersonal skills to build wonderful relationships with residents and colleagues.
Experience: Open to both experienced carers and those new to care who bring diverse life experiences. Full induction training and support are provided!
Commitment: Ready to secure a fixed-term contract (32–37 hours per week) working regular shifts with alternate weekend working.
Why Join Us?
Partnering with Bridge Staffing Agency to secure this fixed-term role at The Meadows unlocks fantastic perks and professional support:
Competitive Pay: £13.78 per hour with weekend enhancements
Comprehensive Support: Full induction training, ongoing professional development, and career-building opportunities.
Wellbeing & Benefits: 28 days holiday (increasing with length of service, pro-rata), life assurance, Employee Assistance Programme, and Care Worker Charity membership.
Extras: Workplace pension, free uniform, free enhanced DBS check, free car parking, and Blue Light Card / "My Rewards" discounts.