elderly care jobs

Salary: £13.47 - £13.90 per hour (plus 10% for qualifying unsocial hour shifts – evenings, weekends and bank holidays)

Hours of work: 37 hours & 30 hours

Rolling advert: We're continuously reviewing and interviewing applicants weekly for this job posting. We will stop accepting applications when sufficient applications have been received.

Urgent Care & Telecare Response Team – Helping People Stay Safe, Supported and Independent

Join our compassionate team helping people stay safe, supported, and independent in their homes - preventing unnecessary hospital admissions.

What you will do

• Respond to urgent care and Telecare alerts
• Provide personal care, meal prep, and emergency support
• Travel across Wiltshire delivering timely, empathetic care
• Work shifts including evenings, weekends, and bank holidays

Who we are looking for

• Caring, empathetic, and dependable
• Comfortable working independently and in a team
• Understanding of elderly or disabled people's needs
• No formal qualifications needed – we will support you to complete the Care Certificate
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal)

Why join Wiltshire Council?

• Generous Holidays: 26 days, rising to 31 after 5 years
• Career Development: Access to training and learning opportunities
• Family-Friendly Policies: Maternity, shared parental leave, and more
• Discounts & Cashback: Supermarkets, retailers, holidays, entertainment
• Pension Scheme: A great local government pension

If you’re looking for a meaningful role where every day matters, apply now and become part of our supportive team.

Under the Health and Social Care Act (Regulated Activities) Regulations 2014, individuals involved in regulated activity must provide a full employment history and detail any gaps. Before clicking apply please complete this full employment history form and once completed please attach it to your application form.

Please download and read the role description and person specification carefully before you apply as well as Our Identity .

The council is committed to creating an environment of positive working relationships where everyone feels engaged, supported and able to thrive. Our Identity is a framework which sets out how we are all expected to lead, work and act to deliver our services. We will not tolerate discrimination, bullying or harassment of any kind. Everyone is expected to promote a culture of inclusion, dignity, trust and respect which is underpinned by our vision and Our Identity framework.

For more details, contact Britany Robinson, Registered Manager Reablement, via email here.

This role may be subject to certain successful security checks; please see the role description for more information.

We are firmly committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and to the principles of inclusion and diversity in both employment and the delivery of services. Read our statement of commitment to equality and inclusion .

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