The Village Care Group

20/03/2026

Join the Village Care Team in Cirencester – £14.95/hr 🚗

Looking for a local job with great pay and total flexibility? Village Care is hiring Care Assistants in Cirencester and the surrounding areas (10-mile radius).

The Details:
✅ Pay: £14.95 per hour
✅ Mileage: 40p per mile
✅ Hours: Flexible shifts (Mornings/Evenings/Weekends)
✅ Role: Supporting local residents to live independently at home.

About You:
We are looking for female drivers who are passionate about providing high-quality, personalised care. You’ll be part of a professional, regulated team that prides itself on a "community-first" approach.

📍 Location: Cirencester & surrounding villages.
🚫 Notice: No Agency applications. No sponsorships available.

Ready to start? Click 'See Details' to apply!

21/01/2026

09/01/2026

We're thrilled to announce that Village Care has chosen Sight Support West of England as our Charity of the Year!

This partnership brings together two organisations that share the same core values and commitment to supporting our community.
Sight Support West of England is a local charity that work with people who are visually impaired and their families across Bristol, BANES and South Gloucestershire. They also have partner charities Wiltshire sight and Insight Gloucestershire. Their aim is to ensure that people living with sight loss across these areas have access to timely and appropriate support services and are empowered to lead active and fulfilled lives.

Throughout the year, we'll be fundraising to support Sight Support West of England's incredible work helping people living with sight loss across our region. They're a truly deserving charity, and we can't wait to see what we can achieve together.

Watch this space for upcoming events and ways you can get involved. Together, we'll make this a year to remember!

08/01/2026

Location: Cirencester, Cheltenham , Gloucester and Stroud
Care type: Home visits
Day rate: £14.95 an hour additional for weekends and bank holidays.
Hours: Full time or part time (expected hours: 20 – 40 per week)

Hours: Full time or part time (expected hours: 20 – 40 per week)
Shift pattern: MONDAY – FRIDAY. Day shifts, evening shifts and weekend availability!

Come and join our amazing team of Home Care Assistants and make a real difference by helping and supporting the elderly and disabled members of our community in their homes, with their daily living tasks. In return we will offer you flexitime, competitive pay, flexible working conditions, training and development and full employment contract.

Duties may include:

General housekeeping tasks such as cleaning, dusting, and vacuuming.
Meal preparation and cooking.
Run errands, such as grocery shopping or picking up dry cleaning or medication.
Assist with personal care tasks, such as bathing and dressing. (if required)
Provide companionship and engage in activities with the client.


Requirements:

- GCSE or equivalent qualifications preferred.
- Must have at least one year’s experience of care home or home care work.
- Must have a compassionate and patient demeanour, excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Must hold a full driving licence and car and be able to commute.
- Must have the right to work in the UK and be able to attend an interview.

NB: We are not offering sponsorship to applicants for this role.

How to apply :

- Email your CV to recruitment@village-care.co.uk
- Fill out our application form
- If successful , you will be invited to a face to face interview at our head office.

24/12/2025

🎄 Merry Christmas from all of us at Village Care! 🎄

As we celebrate this special season, we want to extend our heartfelt thanks to everyone who has been part of our Village Care family this year. Your trust and support mean the world to us.
We hope your Christmas is filled with joy, warmth, and precious moments with loved ones.

As we look ahead to the New Year, we're excited to continue serving our community with the same dedication and care you've come to expect from us.

Wishing you a wonderful holiday season and a happy, healthy, and prosperous 2025!

12/12/2025

!! NEW!! CARERS ROLES in GLOUCESTER & SURROUNDING Areas - £14.95 per hour - come join our amazing care team.

To be a perfect match you must....
- have some previous care experience
- live in Gloucester or nearby
- be looking for flexible hours on a zero hour contract
- be able to work evenings & some weekends
- be a driver with a car/vehicle
- be friendly, kind and caring with great communication skills

If this sounds like you and you're immediately available please apply now! We are particularly looking for female carers to meet the requirements of our clients.

In return we will offer you competitive pay, flexible working conditions, full training and ongoing development.

Come and join our amazing team and make a real difference by helping and supporting members of the community in their homes, with their daily living tasks.

All roles are subject to proof of eligibility to work in the UK, satisfactory references and an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

Please do NOT apply if you are looking for a role with sponsorship - we are not able to offer this.

Expected hours: No less than 20 per week.

Please apply on Indeed through this link: https://uk.indeed.com/job/domiciliary-carer-gloucestershire-3b0aef0a8b32d3c0
or directly via our website at https://village-care.co.uk/jobs/vacancies/

We look forward to receiving your application.

Current vacancies Part-time Carer, Bristol Location: North Bristol and surrounding areasCare type: Home visitsDay rate: From £14.95 an hour Description: Hours: Full time or part time (expected hours: 20 – 40 per week) Shift pattern: MONDAY – FRIDAY. Day shifts, evening shifts and weekend availa...

08/12/2025

We are recruiting - come join our care team in the THORNBURY & SURROUNDING Areas - £14.95 per hour

We are looking for DOMICILLARY CARERS to cover visits across SOUTH GLOUCESTERSHIRE.

To be a perfect match you must....

- have some previous care experience
- live in South Gloucestershire
- be looking for flexible hours on a zero hour contract
- be able to work evenings & some weekends
- be a driver with a car/vehicle
- be friendly, kind and caring with great communication skills

If this sounds like you and you're immediately available please apply now! We are particularly looking for female carers to meet the requirements of our clients.

In return we will offer you competitive pay, flexible working conditions, full training and ongoing development.

Come and join our amazing team and make a real difference by helping and supporting members of the community in their homes, with their daily living tasks.

All roles are subject to proof of eligibility to work in the UK, satisfactory references and an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

Please do NOT apply if you are looking for a role with sponsorship - we are not able to offer this.

Expected hours: No less than 20 per week

Please apply on Indeed through this link:
https://uk.indeed.com/job/domicillary-carer-south-glos-d0ef06c8d53d2f56

Or on our website at https://village-care.co.uk/jobs/vacancies/

We look forward to hearing from you.

With our head office based in Thornbury and branches in Cirencester and Gloucester, we specialise in providing Homecare to people over the age of 18, from a minimum of 30 minutes to full-time live in care.

08/12/2025

We are recruiting in the CIRENCESTER & SURROUNDING Areas - £14.95 per hour. Come join our amazing team!!

Village Care are looking for DOMICILLARY CARERS to cover visits in CIRENCESTER

To be a perfect match you must....

have some previous care experience
live in or near Cirencester
- be looking for flexible hours on a zero hour contract
- be able to work evenings & some weekends
- be a driver with a car/vehicle
- be friendly, kind and caring with great communication skills
- Ideally be looking for full time hours

If this sounds like you and you're immediately available please apply now!

In return we will offer you competitive pay (£14.95 per hour), flexible working conditions, full training and ongoing development.

Come and join our amazing team and make a real difference by helping and supporting members of the community in their homes, with their daily living tasks.

All roles are subject to proof of eligibility to work in the UK, satisfactory references and an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

Please do NOT apply if you are looking for a role with sponsorship - we are not able to offer this.

A mandatory requirement would be a drivers licence and access to a vehicle.

How to Apply:
Please apply with us on Indeed through this link:
https://uk.indeed.com/job/domiciliary-carer-cirencester-2dff701d9816f274

or through our website at https://village-care.co.uk/jobs/vacancies/

Current vacancies Part-time Carer, Bristol Location: North Bristol and surrounding areasCare type: Home visitsDay rate: From £14.95 an hour Description: Hours: Full time or part time (expected hours: 20 – 40 per week) Shift pattern: MONDAY – FRIDAY. Day shifts, evening shifts and weekend availa...

21/11/2025

How an Occupational Therapist Can Help You Stay Safe and Independent at Home 🏠

Did you know that an Occupational Therapist (OT) can assess your home and help arrange essential equipment to make daily life easier and safer?

What can an OT help with?
Occupational Therapists can recommend and arrange equipment such as grab rails, raised toilet seats, bath lifts, stairlifts, ramps, and mobility aids. They assess your specific needs and ensure your home supports your independence.

How do you access an OT?
You can request an OT assessment through your GP, social services, or your local council's adult social care team. In some areas, you can self-refer directly to community OT services. If you're discharged from hospital, an OT assessment may be arranged as part of your care plan.

What's the cost?
NHS Occupational Therapy assessments are free of charge. Some equipment may be provided free through your local council, though there may be charges for certain items or installations depending on your circumstances and local authority policies.

Why is an OT assessment important for care?
An Occupational Therapist assessment is often a vital step before starting a care package with carers. The OT evaluates your needs, recommends necessary equipment, and identifies how carers can best support you safely. This assessment ensures that both you and your carers have everything needed in place for effective, safe care delivery in your home.

13/11/2025

Book your Christmas cover now !
The Christmas and New Year period is one of our busiest times, and availability fills up quickly. To avoid disappointment and ensure we can support you when you need us most, we're encouraging families to book their festive care cover now.

Whether you need cover for a few days over Christmas, support through the New Year period, or care throughout the festive season, early booking guarantees you'll have the experienced, professional care in place when you need it.

Why Christmas Care Cover Makes Sense

We understand that arranging care over Christmas might feel difficult, but it benefits everyone. For you and your family, it means you can actually relax and enjoy festive celebrations knowing professional support is in place, spend quality time together without exhaustion, and prevent carer burnout during what can be an especially demanding time.

For your loved one, it maintains their routine and comfort in their own home, ensures they're safe and well cared for throughout the festivities, and means they can still participate in family celebrations with the reassurance of professional support. If they are alone during this period, it can provide company to enjoy the festive period together. Many families tell us that Christmas care cover actually enhances the festive period - it allows everyone to genuinely enjoy time together without worry.

How Our Carers Can Help

We understand that for some the holiday season can be both exciting and busy, but for others it can be a lonely and sad time of year, which is why our dedicated care team is here to provide extra support in ways you might not have considered before:

Festive Shopping Companion - We'll accompany you while Christmas shopping, helping to make it a pleasant and relaxed experience or you can give us a list and we will do it for you!

Day Trips and Short Breaks - Whether it's a day trip to see the Christmas lights or a short break to visit family, we're here to help

Pre-Christmas Cleaning - We can help ensure your home is spotless and ready for the festive season

Decorating Assistance - From putting up your Christmas tree to adding those special festive touches around your home

Gift Wrapping Help - Let us help wrap your presents perfectly for your loved ones

Christmas Companion - If family is away this year or if you'd like someone to help enjoy the festive period with, we can arrange for a carer to stay with you for a few days or longer.

Please give us a call today on 01454 801424.

07/11/2025

🌟 Join Village Care – Where Compassion Meets Opportunity 🌟

Are you a caring, reliable individual looking to make a real difference in people’s lives?

Village Care is hiring dedicated Carers to join our team in South Gloucestershire and Gloucestershire. We’re passionate about delivering client-centred care that promotes independence, dignity, and warmth — and we’re looking for people who share that vision.

✨ What We Offer:

• 📅 Flexible hours: 20–40 hours per week
• 💷 Competitive pay: £14.95/hour weekdays, £16.95/hour weekends

• 🤝 Supportive, ethical work environment
• 🏡 Opportunities to grow within a compassionate, community-focused team

💬 About You:
- You’re empathetic, dependable, and committed to high-quality care.
- You’re looking for meaningful work that fits around your life
- Experience is welcome, but heart and dedication matter most
- Have a full drivers license and access to a vehicle.

How to apply:
You can email your CV through to recruitment@village-care.co.uk
Or you can apply directly through our website https://village-care.co.uk/jobs/

31/10/2025

💙 Is loneliness affecting your loved one?
Many older people are physically independent but increasingly isolated. They might have stopped cooking proper meals, given up hobbies they once loved, or rarely leave the house. The loneliness can be heartbreaking to watch.

Companionship care offers something beautifully simple yet profoundly important - meaningful human connection combined with gentle, practical support.

Our new comprehensive guide covers:
✅ What companionship care includes (it's much more than just "keeping company")
✅ The proven benefits for mental and physical health
✅ Who can benefit - from those living alone to people with early dementia
✅ Real-life examples of how companionship care transforms daily life
✅ How flexible our service is to suit individual needs

Companionship care helps your loved one:
• Combat loneliness and social isolation
• Maintain hobbies and interests
• Get out and stay connected to their community
• Eat better and maintain routines
• Feel engaged with life again

Many families tell us they wish they'd arranged it sooner when they see the transformation - their loved one becoming brighter, more engaged, and genuinely happier.

📖 Read the full guide: https://village-care.co.uk/companionship-care/

If you're worried about a parent or loved one's isolation, we'd love to talk with you about how companionship care could help.

💬 Call us between 8am-8pm or send us your details via our contact form.

Our Companionship care offers a compassionate solution that goes beyond practical tasks to provide a meaningful human connection.