Care Assistant – Greenlane House Care Home, Brampton CA8 1SU
Please note: we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role at this time. Applicants must be aged 18 or over.
£500 joining bonus on sign off of midway probation meeting (3 months after you have started)
Are you a caring, reliable person who wants to make a real difference? Due to a 14 bedroom extension, Greenlane House Care Home is looking for compassionate Care Assistants to join our friendly team and support residents to feel safe, comfortable and well cared for.
Greenlane House Care Home is situated in the charming village of Brampton in Cumbria, and is part of the esteemed PH Care Group, a family-operated organisation devoted to providing top-tier care for our residents.
There are various positions open, with different Hours of Work:
- 7am to 2.30pm
- 2.30pm to 10pm
- 7am to 7pm
Hours: Between 26.25 and 36 hours per week, including weekend work.
At Greenlane, we pride ourselves on creating a warm, supportive environment where each resident’s wellbeing, comfort and individual needs come first. Our team delivers personalised care that helps residents live fulfilling and independent lives.
As a Care Assistant, you will play an important role in delivering high-quality care and support in line with residents’ care plans. You will help residents with their routines, personal care, comfort, dignity and independence.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide compassionate care and personal support that promotes residents’ comfort, dignity and quality of life.
- Support residents with routines, including bathing, dressing, grooming and mobility where required.
- Prepare and serve meals and drinks, encouraging independence and choice wherever possible.
- Help maintain clean, safe and welcoming bedrooms and communal areas, including supporting with laundry tasks.
- Follow safety procedures, report concerns or hazards promptly, and help maintain a safe living environment.
- Follow care plans and delegated instructions, work calmly under pressure and give accurate handovers.
- Use digital systems and approved devices for recording and monitoring.
- Support with medication duties where required and under appropriate supervision.
About You
We are looking for someone who is caring, confident and reliable, with the ability to support residents and colleagues in a busy care home environment.
- Experience in adult social care or nursing care is desirable.
- Level 2 Diploma in Adult Care, Health and Social Care, or an equivalent relevant qualification or willingness to complete.
- Applicants must be aged 18 or over due to the leadership, medication and operational responsibilities of the role.
- A compassionate, respectful and person-centred approach to care.
Why Join Greenlane House Care Home?
We are committed to supporting our teams with the tools, training and encouragement they need to succeed. you will be part of a supportive team within PH Care Group, a family-operated organisation that invests in its homes, residents and employees.
- A supportive management structure, including regular support from Operations, Training and senior leadership teams.
- Career progression and professional development opportunities.
- Comprehensive induction and ongoing training, including online and classroom-based learning.
- Employee reward and recognition schemes, including Employee of the Month and Family Choice Award.
- Access to the Health Assured Employee Assistance Programme, including confidential support, counselling, legal information, wellbeing resources and a 24/7 helpline.
- Uniform provided.
- A fully digital care environment to support efficient working and give you more time with residents.
- A workplace committed to continuous improvement and reinvestment in its care homes.
Training and Support
Our training programme will support you to feel confident in your role as a Night Care Assistant and develop useful skills for both work and everyday life.
As part of our standard induction programme, employees are invited to complete training such as:
- Basic fire awareness training, including the use of firefighting equipment.
- Fire warden training.
- Dementia awareness training.
- Choking first aid training.
- Basic first aid training.
- Additional training that can support you both at work and at home.
Apply Now
- If you are passionate about delivering excellent care and ready to take the next step in your career, we would love to hear from you.
Pay: £12.71 per hour
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- Employee assistance programme
- Paid training
Application question(s):
- Sponsorship is not available for these positions. Do you require sponsorship?
- You must be over 18 for this position. Are you over 18?
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Location:
- Brampton CA8 1SU (preferred)
Work Location: In person
