About the Role
We are looking for caring, compassionate and reliable Care Assistants to join our friendly team. Whether you are experienced or looking to start a rewarding career in care, we would love to hear from you.
As a Care Assistant, you will provide high-quality, person-centred care to our residents, supporting them to live as independently as possible while promoting dignity, choice and respect.
Working alongside Senior Care Assistants and the management team, you will help create a safe, welcoming and homely environment where residents feel valued and supported.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide personal care, including washing, dressing, bathing, grooming and continence care.
- Support residents with mobility and the safe use of equipment.
- Assist residents with eating and drinking, encouraging independence wherever possible.
- Build positive relationships with residents, families and colleagues.
- Encourage residents to participate in social activities and maintain their interests and hobbies.
- Monitor residents' wellbeing and promptly report any changes or concerns to the Senior Care Assistant.
- Maintain accurate care records using our electronic care planning system.
- Assist with housekeeping tasks to ensure residents' rooms and communal areas remain clean and comfortable.
- Promote dignity, privacy, independence and choice in every aspect of care.
- Follow individual care plans and risk assessments.
- Work in accordance with safeguarding procedures and health and safety requirements.
- Support residents living with dementia and other age-related conditions with patience, kindness and understanding.
- Attend handovers, team meetings and mandatory training sessions.
- Work effectively as part of a supportive team.
What We're Looking For
- A caring, kind and compassionate nature.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Reliable, trustworthy and professional.
- Ability to work well within a team and independently.
- A genuine passion for supporting older people.
- Flexible to work days or nights, including alternate weekends.
- Good written and spoken English.
Essential Requirements
- Right to work in the UK.
- Willingness to complete mandatory training.
- Ability to provide high standards of person-centred care.
Desirable
- Previous experience in a care setting.
- NVQ/QCF Level 2 in Health and Social Care (or willingness to work towards it).
- Experience supporting people living with dementia.
- Experience using electronic care planning systems such as Log My Care.
- Moving and Handling training.
- Basic First Aid training.
What We Offer
- Competitive hourly pay.
- Paid induction and comprehensive training.
- Ongoing learning and career development opportunities.
- Support to achieve recognised Health and Social Care qualifications.
- Company pension scheme.
- Paid annual leave.
- Uniform provided.
- Employee wellbeing support.
- Friendly and supportive working environment.
- Opportunities for progression into Senior Care Assistant and leadership roles.
About You
You will be someone who genuinely enjoys helping others and making a positive difference every day. You understand that great care is about more than meeting physical needs—it is about providing companionship, respect and reassurance that helps residents feel safe, valued and at home.
If you are passionate about delivering outstanding care and want to be part of a supportive team, we would love to hear from you.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent
Schedule:
- 12-hour shifts
- Day shifts
- Night shifts
- Alternate weekends
- Overtime available
Experience:
- Care Assistant: 1 year (preferred but not essential)
Licence/Certification:
- NVQ/QCF Level 2 in Health & Social Care (preferred)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Pay: £12.72 per hour
Work Location: In person
