Care Assistant
6-Month Fixed-Term Contract – Maternity Leave Cover
PLEASE NOTE – VISA SPONSORSHIP IS NOT AVAILABLE FOR THIS POSITION
Applicants must already have the right to live and work in the UK and be legally permitted to work more than 20 hours per week. We are unable to offer visa sponsorship or a Certificate of Sponsorship for this vacancy. Please only apply if your current right-to-work status allows you to work the required hours for the duration of this six-month contract.
You already know that excellent care is about much more than completing tasks. It is about knowing the person you are supporting, noticing the little things that matter and helping people feel safe, respected and genuinely at home.
At Manor House Care Home, we are looking for a kind, reliable and compassionate Care Assistant to join our team on a temporary six-month fixed-term contract to provide maternity leave cover.
We want someone who shares our commitment to improving lives so everyone can thrive and who will treat Manor House as our residents' home, not simply a place of work.
What you'll be doing
As a Care Assistant, you will:
- Provide warm, respectful and person-centred care to our residents
- Support residents with personal care while maintaining their dignity, privacy and independence
- Encourage residents to make their own choices and remain as independent as possible
- Support residents with eating, drinking and maintaining good nutrition and hydration
- Assist with mobility and safe moving and handling where required
- Support residents with their emotional, social and wellbeing needs
- Get to know residents as individuals, including their routines, preferences, interests and what is important to them
- Recognise and report changes or concerns about a resident's health or wellbeing
- Maintain clear and accurate care records
- Communicate professionally and respectfully with residents, relatives, colleagues and healthcare professionals
- Follow safeguarding, infection prevention, health and safety and other care-home procedures
- Work in accordance with residents' care plans, risk assessments and the principles of the Mental Capacity Act
- Work as part of the wider team to create a safe, welcoming and homely environment
What we're looking for
We are looking for someone who:
- Has a genuine desire to provide high-quality care
- Is kind, patient, respectful and dependable
- Understands the importance of dignity, choice and person-centred care
- Communicates well and works positively as part of a team
- Is willing to learn and develop their skills
- Can remain calm and professional when situations are challenging
- Is reliable and understands the responsibility that comes with caring for vulnerable adults
- Is flexible and able to work alternate weekends
Previous experience within a care setting is desirable, although we will consider applicants who demonstrate the right values, attitude and commitment to providing excellent care.
A relevant Health and Social Care qualification is desirable but not essential.
About the Contract
This position is being offered as a six-month fixed-term contract to provide maternity leave cover.
Applicants should therefore be aware that this is a temporary position and is not being advertised as a permanent role.
Why Join Manor House?
At Manor House, we believe good care starts with good people.
You will become part of a supportive team where you are encouraged to speak up, contribute ideas and play an active part in improving the lives of our residents.
Our values of Family, Integrity, Openness and Empowerment guide how we care for our residents and how we treat each other.
We are looking for someone who notices the small details, takes pride in their work and understands that sometimes the most important part of a shift can simply be taking the time to listen.
Ready to Make a Difference?
If you are compassionate, dependable and believe every resident deserves to be treated with dignity, kindness and respect, we would love to hear from you.
Apply today with your CV and tell us a little about yourself, your care experience and why you would like to join Manor House Care Home.
Manor House Care Home is committed to safeguarding adults and promoting an inclusive workplace. Appointment will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks, including an Enhanced DBS check and references.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From £12.71 per hour
Work Location: In person
