Healthcare Assistant
Cowbridge Residential Home
Lostwithiel, Cornwall
21 hour contract
We're looking for dedicated Healthcare Assistants to join our daytime team, providing high-quality, person-centred care to elderly residents.
In this rewarding role, you'll offer not only practical support but also emotional reassurance - helping our residents feel safe, understood, and valued. Whether you're experienced or new to care, if you have a genuine passion for supporting others and improving the lives of those living with dementia we'd love to hear from you.
Join us in creating a warm, respectful, and enriching environment where everyday counts
Full training provided
Supportive team environment
Opportunity to grow and progress in a rewarding career
Completive pay rates and enhancements
£500 refer a friend scheme
Reward and recognition Schemes
Job Purpose
The role of a Health Care Assistant is helping our residents to live full, happy, and healthy lives by delivering person-centred care, meaningful activities, support, and companionship. It's a fun, rewarding, and fulfilling role where no day is the same and you'll build genuine relationships and make a real difference each day - helping residents enjoy life and receive the quality care and opportunities they deserve.
Job Responsibilities
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Support residents with personal care, maintaining their privacy, dignity, and respect at all times.
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Engage residents in meaningful conversations and activities that enhance their quality of life.
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Deliver care in a person-centred manner, tailored to individual needs and preferences.
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Conduct regular wellbeing and health checks in accordance with individual care plans.
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Collaborate effectively with colleagues and external healthcare professionals to ensure consistent, high-quality care.
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Accurately record and maintain resident information using digital documentation systems.
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Promptly report any incidents, changes, or concerns to senior team members.
Essential Skills
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A caring and empathetic nature with a genuine passion for helping others.
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Ability to work effectively in a team and independently.
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Strong communication skills and the ability to build rapport with residents and colleagues.
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Good written English for accurate documentation of daily care and interactions.
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Basic computer/IT skill for navigating digital documentation systems.
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A flexible and positive attitude, with the ability to adapt to changing needs.
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Commitment to ongoing learning, professional development, and maintaining up-to-date training.
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Always safeguard and promote the welfare of vulnerable individuals
Pay Scale
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£13:00 per hour
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£16:25 per hour (Weekend Rate)
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£26.00 per hour (Bank Holidays)
Higher rate for Care Certificate (We will support you if not yet achieved).
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£13:50 per hour
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£16.88 per hour (Weekend Rate)
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£27.00 per hour (Bank Holidays)
Shift Pattern
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Week 1 - x3 shifts 07:00-13:00
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Week 2 - X4 shifts 07:00 - 13:00
Apply now and begin a rewarding journey in care with a team that values you.
We're proud to be an inclusive employer and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. Please note that all roles are subject to pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS check and confirmation of the right to work in the UK.
If you're looking for a role where you can make a difference every single day, we'd love to hear from you.
Full job description available on request.
