Job Overview
We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Care Assistant to provide high-quality support to individuals in care homes and within their own homes. The successful candidate will play a vital role in assisting with daily activities, ensuring residents' comfort, safety, and well-being. This position offers an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in people's lives while working within a supportive team environment.
Duties
- Assist residents or clients with personal care tasks such as bathing, dressing, and grooming
- Support with mobility and transfers, ensuring safety at all times
- Help with meal preparation and feeding as required
- Maintain accurate care plans and document any changes in residents’ conditions
- Provide companionship and emotional support to enhance residents’ quality of life
- Follow health and safety guidelines to ensure a safe environment for all
- Communicate effectively with residents, families, and team members to coordinate care needs
- Assist with light domestic duties to maintain a clean and comfortable living space
- Support clients in attending appointments or engaging in social activities outside the care setting
Skills
- Experience working within a care home is essential. Minimum 1 year
- Ability to understand and follow detailed care plans accurately
- Good communication skills in English, both verbal and written
- Basic IT skills for recording notes and updating care records efficiently
- Excellent interpersonal skills to build trusting relationships with residents and their families
- Compassionate attitude with a genuine desire to help others
- Organised approach to managing multiple responsibilities effectively
This role offers an enriching career path for those passionate about caring for others. Successful applicants will be committed to delivering respectful, person-centred support that promotes independence and dignity.
Online training is mandatory for all staff.
DBS check required.
We do not offer sponsorship for this role.
36 hours per week, 12 hour shifts: 8am -8pm including alternate weekends, as per rota.
Pay: From £13.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Company pension
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
