Care Assistant

Orchard Care Homes; Chesterfield; On-site; GBP 17,509 - 17,853; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development

Colleague discounts

Employee recognition schemes

Company-supported pension scheme

Free DBS check

Job summary

Orchard Care Homes is seeking a Care Assistant for Chatsworth Lodge in Chesterfield. In this role, you'll empower residents with personal care and meaningful activities. We're looking for compassionate individuals ready to grow in a supportive environment.

Experience is not necessary; passion for care and a respectful approach are valued. Employees enjoy career development opportunities, colleague discounts, and a pension scheme. If you wish to make a difference, apply today!

Qualifications

• Warm, empathetic, and genuinely passionate about care.
• Committed to person-centred support.
• Respectful of privacy, dignity, and independence.

Responsibilities

• Delivering personal care such as washing, dressing, and oral hygiene.
• Supporting residents in meaningful activities and appointments.
• Observing and reporting changes in residents’ wellbeing.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Job description

£12.71 - £12.96 per hour

Schedule/Hours – Full & Part Time Available - Days/Nights

Are you looking for a career where you can truly make a difference every single day? At Orchard Care Homes, we believe in empowering extraordinary people to deliver exceptional care. If you’re compassionate, enthusiastic, and ready to grow in a supportive and rewarding environment, this is the opportunity for you.

Brief Description

Extraordinary People, Exceptional Care

Care Assistant

Location: Chatsworth Lodge - Chatsworth Road, Chesterfield, Derbyshire, S40 3BQ

Salary: £12.71 - £12.96 per hour

Schedule/Hours – Full & Part Time Available - Days/Nights

Are you looking for a career where you can truly make a difference every single day? At Orchard Care Homes, we believe in empowering extraordinary people to deliver exceptional care. If you’re compassionate, enthusiastic, and ready to grow in a supportive and rewarding environment, this is the opportunity for you.

What You'll Be Doing

As a Care Assistant at Chatsworth Lodge, you’ll be a vital part of our dedicated care team. You’ll support residents with their daily needs, always treating them with dignity, respect, and kindness. Your responsibilities will include:

• Delivering personal care such as washing, dressing, toileting, and oral hygiene
• Supporting residents in meaningful activities, leisure outings, and appointments
• Serving meals and refreshments with warmth and courtesy
• Maintaining a clean, pleasant, and welcoming environment
• Observing and reporting changes in residents’ physical or emotional wellbeing
• Acting as a key worker for a group of residents, ensuring care is tailored to their individual preferences
• Supporting new team members and contributing to a positive team culture

We’re Seeking Someone Who Is

• Warm, empathetic, and genuinely passionate about care
• Committed to person‑centred support
• Excellent communicators and team players
• Willing to learn and grow professionally
• Respectful of privacy, dignity, and independence

Everything You’ll Love

• Career development from day one, with clear progression pathways
• Hundreds of colleague discounts every month across shopping, holidays, dining, tech, and more
• Excellent employee recognition schemes such as ‘Making a Difference’ award and Long Service Awards
• Free emotional, practical, and financial support that’s fully confidential, through an Employee Assistance Programme helpline and wellbeing app that’s available 24/7, all year round
• Company-supported pension scheme to invest in your future
• Fully funded DBS check

About Chatsworth Lodge Care Home

Chatsworth Lodge Care Home is a homely, modern and bright care home with great access to local amenities in Chesterfield. With 39 bedrooms in our purpose-built home, each spacious room comes with its own en‑suite and plenty of space to add your own belongings. Residents can also choose one of our larger rooms with two beds, perfect for couples who would like to stay together in our care home!

Orchard Care Homes has been providing care for older people for over 15 years. We are committed to being at the heart of the local community and delivering the same level of care that we would all wish for our loved ones.

Apply Today

If you're ready to bring your compassion, energy, and dedication to a role that truly makes a difference, apply today and help us provide the kind of care every person deserves.

We proudly support the Armed Forces community and welcome applications from veterans, reservists, and military spouses as part of our commitment to the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme. We value the unique skills and experiences that service personnel bring and are dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.