Job Ref: AUR1603
Branch: Lostock Lodge
Location: Lostock Lodge, Preston
Contract type: Casual
Hours: Part Time
Hours per week: Bank hours - 0 hour contract
Posted date: 02/07/2026
Closing date: 02/08/2026
Are you passionate about helping others and making a positive impact in your community?
Do you have a caring nature, excellent communication skills, and a genuine desire to support people in living fulfilling lives?
Whether you already have experience in care or are looking to start a rewarding new career, we would love to hear from you.
At Aurem Care, we are committed to providing exceptional care and creating a warm, supportive environment where both our residents and staff can thrive.
As a Care Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting our residents to maintain their dignity, independence, and quality of life.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Providing high-quality personal care and emotional support to residents.
- Building positive relationships and creating meaningful experiences for those in your care.
- Supporting residents with their daily activities and individual needs.
- Maintaining accurate records using our electronic care planning system, Nourish.
- Working collaboratively as part of a dedicated care team.
- Demonstrating kindness, compassion, and professionalism in all aspects of your work.
- Undertaking additional duties as required to ensure the smooth delivery of care services.
We are looking for individuals who:
- Are enthusiastic about providing outstanding care and support.
- Demonstrate compassion, empathy, and respect for others.
- Have strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Can work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
- Are organised and able to prioritise tasks efficiently.
- Encourage and support residents to maintain their interests, hobbies, and social connections.
- Previous care experience is beneficial but not essential, as full training and ongoing support will be provided.
In recognition of your dedication and hard work, we offer:
- Pay: £12.71 per hour
- Flexible bank opportunities available – choose shifts that work around your lifestyle. With weekday, night, and weekend shifts available, you can enjoy greater flexibility while making a real difference to the lives of our residents (terms and conditions apply).
- Shift patterns:
- 8:00am – 8:00pm / 8:00pm – 8:00am
- 28 days annual leave including bank holidays (pro rata for part-time employees)
- Company pension scheme
- Life insurance
- Free DBS check (terms and conditions apply)
- Free on-site parking
- Wagestream – access to earned wages before payday
- Employee Assistance Programme offering healthcare and mental health support
- Comprehensive in-house training through our e-learning platform, Your Hippo
- Fully funded apprenticeship opportunities
- Annual salary review
- Refer-a-Friend scheme offering up to £750 per successful referral (terms and conditions apply)
Important Note
Aurem Care is not a sponsoring organisation. All applicants must already possess the right to work in the UK or be able to secure it independently.
Aurem Care is proud to have been recognised as one of the UK's Top 20 Care Home Groups by carehome.co.uk, reflecting our commitment to delivering outstanding care and support.
Our homes are built on a simple belief: people caring for people. We strive to create happy, welcoming environments where residents feel valued, respected, and at home.
Our values guide everything we do:
Diversity • Integrity • Fun • Commitment • Connection
If these values resonate with you and you're ready to make a difference. Then apply now and become a vital part of the Aurem Care family!
Lostock Lodge offers the highest quality care for residential and dementia clients. Residents enjoy personalised care and a varied range of stimulating social activities takes place each day. Lostock Lodge cares for clients with both Residential and Dementia needs in up to 32 ensuite rooms. Our staff are professionally qualified yet friendly and caring, a combination that ensures the highest standards of care for our residents. We pride ourselves on our friendly, homely atmosphere and we welcome visits from prospective clients. The Lodge is tastefully furnished and the décor is designed to be uplifting and is divided into several themed areas including seaside, countryside and street scenes as well as a bistro area. On a practical level we are of course equipped with all the facilities required to meet the needs of our residents. We have a varied programme of social activities designed both to stimulate and entertain.
