Apply for a Carer Job at SW Care
Start Your Application
Please attach your CV — it helps us understand your experience and match you to the right role.
What Happens After You Apply
1
We review your application
Usually within 24 to 48 hours. We read every single one.
2
Informal phone chat
A friendly conversation about you, the role, and what you are looking for. No trick questions.
3
Meet the team
Visit our Cheltenham office at Harley House, 29 Cambray Place. See what we are all about.
4
DBS check
Fully funded by us. We handle all the paperwork so you do not have to.
5
Two-week paid induction
Comprehensive training including the Care Certificate, medication, moving and handling, and shadowing experienced carers.
6
Start caring
Matched with local clients based on your location, availability, and preferences. Application to first visit typically takes 2 to 4 weeks.
What We Look For
You do not need qualifications, certificates, or previous care experience. What matters most is the kind of person you are.
- Compassion — you genuinely care about people
- Reliability — clients depend on you to turn up on time
- Patience — you are happy to work at someone else’s pace
- Communication — you can listen as well as talk
- A willingness to learn — we teach you everything else
We welcome applicants from all backgrounds. Many of our best carers came from retail, hospitality, teaching, office work, parenting, or the armed forces.
What You Get From Day One
- Real Living Wage — not the bare minimum
- Paid travel time and mileage
- 28 days paid holiday (pro rata)
- Workplace pension
- DBS check fully funded
- Blue Light Card eligibility
- Care Certificate + NVQ Levels 2 and 3 funded
- Flexible hours — mornings, afternoons, evenings, weekends
- 24/7 management support
Essential requirements: valid driving licence and vehicle, residency near Cheltenham, right to work in the UK.