Care Assistant

Civic Recruitment Limited; Bransgore; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a qualified Registered Nurse (RGN) to support older residents at Emsworth House in Bransgore, Hampshire. The role involves providing professional nursing care, attending to residents' individual needs, and assisting with personal care and wellbeing. Responsibilities include maintaining accurate records, reporting concerns, and planning activities in line with care plans. This role may be emotionally demanding, requiring compassion and resilience.

Qualifications

• Must be a qualified Registered Nurse with experience in residential or nursing care.
• Must possess knowledge of infection control and administration of medicine.
• Willingness to train in moving and handling techniques.

Responsibilities

• Attend to individual needs of residents and monitor their wellbeing.
• Assist residents with personal care, mobility, and hygiene tasks.
• Maintain accurate records and complete daily contact sheets.

Skills

Knowledge of health and safety

Ability to manage personal care tasks with patience and empathy

Good communication skills

Organisational skills to maintain records

Physical ability to assist residents

Education

Qualified Registered Nurse (RGN)

Tools

Moving and handling equipment

Job description

Contract | Civic Recruitment Limited | United Kingdom

Posted On 21/01/2026

Job Information

Work Experience 1-3 years

Social / NGO / Health & Care

City Bransgore

Province Hampshire

Postal Code BH23

Job Description

5 months contract with a Local Authority

Job Summary

• Hampshire County Council is seeking a Registered Nurse (RGN) to join Emsworth House, supporting older residents in a residential and nursing setting.
• The role involves attending to the individual needs of residents, monitoring their wellbeing, and providing professional nursing care, alongside supporting key working and care planning activities.
• The postholder will work under the supervision of the Duty Officer (Senior Care Assistant, Unit Manager, or Assistant Manager) and may be responsible for key working 3–6 residents at any one time.

Key Duties/Accountabilities (Sample)

• Maintain accurate records of residents’ care needs, complete daily contact sheets, and carry out routine risk assessments.
• Report any concerns regarding residents’ welfare, both personal and environmental, to senior staff.
• Act as a key worker for assigned residents, building relationships to promote their physical, emotional, and social wellbeing.
• Assist residents with personal care, mobility, bathing, dressing, and hygiene while using appropriate moving and handling equipment.
• Support housekeeping and ensure rooms are clean, comfortable, and personal items are organised.
• Plan and participate in activities as per individual care plans, including outings, hobbies, and social engagement.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety, safeguarding, infection control, equality, and corporate policies.
• Liaise with relatives, healthcare professionals, and colleagues to ensure continuity and high standards of care.
• Provide emotional support to residents and their families, including during terminal illness or bereavement.

Skills/Experience

• Knowledge of health and safety, safeguarding, infection control, and administration of medicine.
• Trained or willing to train in moving and handling equipment (hoists, glide sheets).
• Ability to manage personal care tasks with patience, empathy, and respect for dignity.
• Good communication skills for interaction with residents, families, and colleagues.
• Organisational skills to maintain records and follow care plans accurately.
• Physical ability to assist residents with mobility and personal care.

Additional Information

• Qualified Registered Nurse (RGN) with experience in residential or nursing care.
• The role may be emotionally demanding due to challenging behaviour, terminal illness, or end-of-life care.