Care Assistant – Autumn House Nursing Home
£13.10 per hour | 36 hours per week | Paid Breaks
Autumn House Nursing Home is looking for a kind, caring and dependable Care Assistant to join our team.
At Autumn House, we believe great care is about more than meeting someone’s everyday needs. It’s about getting to know each resident as an individual, supporting their choices and helping them maintain their independence, dignity and quality of life.
Whether you already have experience in care or are looking to build your career in the sector, we’ll provide the training and support you need to succeed.
What we offer
As part of Northgate Healthcare, you’ll receive a range of benefits, including:
- £13.10 per hour
- 36 hours per week
- Paid breaks
- Early Pay App – access up to 50% of your earned wages before payday
- Free DBS check
- Free starter uniform
- Full training provided
- Career progression opportunities, including the Care Certificate and NVQs
- Refer a Friend – £100 (T&Cs apply)
- Blue Light Card eligibility, giving you access to discounts across a wide range of shops, restaurants and services
- Health & Wellbeing App, including GP and discount services after 12 months' employment
- Workplace pension
About the role
As a Care Assistant at Autumn House, you’ll be an important part of our residents’ daily lives, providing practical and emotional support while encouraging them to remain as independent as possible.
No two days are exactly the same. You’ll spend time getting to know our residents, understanding their individual needs and preferences, and helping to make Autumn House a comfortable, welcoming place to live.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Supporting residents with their day-to-day needs while encouraging independence
- Providing personal care, including assistance with washing, dressing, toileting and mealtimes where required
- Supporting residents’ emotional wellbeing and providing companionship
- Promoting residents’ privacy, dignity, choice and independence at all times
- Supporting the planning and delivery of individualised care
- Contributing to care reviews and following residents’ care plans
- Taking part in the keyworker system
- Accompanying residents to appointments, hospital visits, shopping trips and outings when required
- Observing residents’ wellbeing and reporting any changes or concerns appropriately
- Helping to create a safe, comfortable and positive environment within the home
- Attending training sessions and team meetings to continually develop your knowledge and care skills
- Following safeguarding procedures and promptly reporting any concerns regarding a resident’s welfare
About you
We’re looking for someone who:
- Has a kind, patient and compassionate approach
- Treats people with dignity and respect
- Is reliable and enjoys being part of a team
- Has good communication skills
- Is passionate about supporting older people
- Is willing to learn and develop their care skills
- Understands the importance of promoting independence and individual choice
Previous care experience is welcome, but full training is provided. What matters most is having the right attitude and a genuine desire to make a positive difference to the lives of our residents.
Join the Autumn House team
If you’re looking for a rewarding role where your work can make a real difference every day, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today to join Autumn House Nursing Home as a Care Assistant.
Pay: £13.10 per hour
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Referral programme
Experience:
- Care home: 3 years (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- NVQ Level 2 or Equivalent (preferred)
- Care Certificate (preferred)
Work Location: In person
