Bank Care Assistant – Abbotsfield Care Home, Barrow-in-Furness
Please note: we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role. This is a Bank position so there are no guaranteed hours.
Abbotsfield Care Home in Barrow-in-Furness is looking for a reliable and caring Bank Care Assistant to join our supportive team.
Set in delightful grounds with a beautiful woodland garden, Abbotsfield is part of PH Care Group, a family-operated organisation committed to delivering high-quality, person-centred care. In this role, you will help lead the shift, support colleagues, and make a meaningful difference to residents’ daily lives by promoting dignity, comfort, choice and independence.
If you are confident supporting others, passionate about excellent care, and looking for a role where you can grow and feel valued, we would love to hear from you.
About the Role
As a Bank Care Assistant, you will be a hands-on member of the care team. You will provide person centred care and daily living support to our residents, following their care plans, and still encouraging independence where appropriate.
Key Responsibilities
· Provide safe, compassionate and person-centred care, including personal care, mobility support, nutrition, hydration, continence care, pressure care, observations and end-of-life support.
· Promote each resident’s dignity, independence, comfort, choice and individual identity.
· Safely administer medication, in line with policies, procedures and medication management guidelines.
· Follow care plans, risk assessments and records so they accurately reflect residents’ needs, preferences and any changes in health or wellbeing.
· Respond effectively to emergencies, escalating concerns when required.
· Communicate clearly with residents, relatives, colleagues and healthcare professionals.
· Maintain accurate documentation and use electronic systems in line with care home policies and regulatory standards.
· Follow safeguarding, infection control, health and safety and care governance procedures at all times.
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.
· Minimum 12 months’ experience in adult social care or nursing care is desirable.
· Level 2 Diploma in Adult Care, Health and Social Care, is desirable.
· Applicants must be aged 18 or over due to the responsibilities of the role.
· A compassionate, respectful and person-centred approach to care.
· Confidence to support colleagues and respond appropriately to changing priorities.
Why Join Abbotsfield Care Home?
At Abbotsfield, 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.
· Comprehensive induction and ongoing training, including online and classroom-based learning.
· 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 Senior 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
Application question(s):
- To work in this position you must be over 18. Are you over 18?
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
