Care Assistant

Healthcare Ireland Group; Belfast City District; On-site; GBP 36,724,000 - 49,594,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid annual leave

Professional development

Overtime premium

Pension plan

Free parking

Uniforms provided

Access NI fee paid

NISCC fee reimbursed

PPE provided

Monthly incentives

Job summary

Bradley Manor Care Home, part of Healthcare Ireland Group, in Belfast, is seeking a Care Assistant to provide person-centred support and companionship to residents. The role focuses on daily living activities, empathy, and maintaining a safe, respectful environment.

You will work as part of a frontline team, following care plans and collaborating with nurses to ensure comfort, dignity and high-quality care for residents.

Qualifications

• Right to work in the UK.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• A good standard of oral and written English.
• A non-judgemental approach to others.
• Excellent communication skills with the compassion required to deliver high-quality care to our residents.
• Respectful to residents and other team members.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with daily living activities such as dressing, bathing, eating, and mobility.
• Provide emotional support and companionship to residents.
• Encourage involvement in activities to promote independence.
• Assist with moving and handling using proper techniques.
• Support nursing staff by monitoring wellbeing and reporting changes.
• Follow individual care plans to ensure comfort and safety.
• Maintain a clean, safe, homely environment.

Skills

Compassionate care

Communication

Teamwork

English proficiency

Independent working

Education

QCF/NVQ Level 2 (desirable)

Health & Social Care experience (desirable)

Job description

Job Description

Location: 420 Crumlin Road

Be Part of the Team at Bradley Manor Care Home

Established in 2015, Bradley Manor Care Home was the first home within the Healthcare Ireland Group and remains a proud example of compassionate, person-centred care. We provide tailored support to meet the individual needs of each resident, ensuring dignity, comfort, and quality of life.

Our home accommodates 79 residents across three specialist units: Residential Dementia, Dementia Nursing, and General/Frail Elderly Nursing. This allows us to offer a seamless continuum of care as needs evolve over time.

Set in a scenic location with stunning views over Belfast, Bradley Manor offers a peaceful and uplifting environment for both residents and their families.

If you’re passionate about delivering exceptional care in a supportive and rewarding setting, we’d love to welcome you to our team.

The Role

You will pride yourself on providing high-quality, person-centred care to our residents, fostering a welcoming environment where residents are treated with respect and dignity, and staff feel valued and supported. As part of our frontline team, you will play a pivotal role in the day-to-day operations of the Home, assisting with activities of daily living ensuring the wellbeing and comfort of residents. As a Care Assistant, you will also provide emotional support and companionship to residents, fostering meaningful relationships and promoting a sense of compassion; an advocacy for the rights and preferences of our residents.

About The Role

Main Responsibilities

• Assist residents with daily living activities, such as dressing, bathing, eating, and mobility.
• Provide emotional support and companionship to residents, helping them maintain a good quality of life.
• Help residents maintain independence where possible, encouraging involvement in activities.
• Assist with moving and handling residents using appropriate techniques and equipment.
• Support the nursing and healthcare team by monitoring residents' well-being and reporting any changes in their health or behaviour.
• Follow care plans tailored to individual residents' needs, ensuring their comfort and safety.
• Ensure a clean, safe, and homely environment for residents.

The Benefits

• Paid annual leave
• The chance to be part of a growing Healthcare company
• Continuous professional development and training
• Values-led culture
• Overtime available at an enhanced rate
• Opportunities for progression
• Pension plan (if applicable)
• Attractive hourly rate
• Access NI fee paid for
• NISCC fee reimbursed after qualifying period
• Uniforms and PPE provided
• Monthly incentives and recognition awards
• Free parking

We do not offer sponsorship for this role.

Healthcare Ireland are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons.

Skills Needed

About The Company

We are passionate about providing the highest standards of care in safe, positive and flexible environments, which enable each person who uses our services to achieve their potential. We are committed to providing each employee with a fulfilling working environment, encouraging personal and professional development. We aim to be a first class, independent organisation delivering innovative, collaborative and value for money services.

Our ultimate purpose is to work with the people who use our services and their families and friends, to enable them to take control of their lives.

Company Culture

We’re always on the look out for people who care, whether that’s caring for our residents, or in one of our roles like laundry, kitchen, administration or maintenance.

Our passionate, ever-growing team means that you’ll be working with people who pride themselves on the work they do. Each of our Homes and our Head Office work together to achieve something excellent that truly makes a difference in people’s lives.

Caring for our residents is at the heart of all we do, and we’d love to have you join the team.

Required Criteria

• Right to work in the UK.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• A good standard of oral and written English.
• A non-judgemental approach to others.
• Excellent communication skills with the compassion required to deliver high-quality care to our residents.
• Respectful to not only residents but the values and beliefs of other team members.

Desired Criteria

• Educated to QCF/ NVQ Level 2 is desirable, but not essential.
• Previous experience in Health and Social Care preferred, although not essential as full training will be provided.

Closing DateMonday 31st August, 2026

Contract Typefulltime

Salary£12.82 Hourly