Care Assistant

Hampshire County Council; England; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated Care Assistants to join their team in older adults' homes. This role offers the chance to make a significant difference in residents' lives by providing compassionate, person-centred care. You will support daily living activities, promote independence, and build meaningful relationships with residents and their families. In a supportive and collaborative environment, you will have opportunities for professional growth and development. If you are passionate about helping others and want to contribute to a rewarding mission, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Employee Assistance Programme

Generous annual leave entitlement

Occupational sick pay

Access to Local Government Pension Scheme

Ongoing development opportunities

Qualifications

• Genuine desire to help others and make a positive impact.
• Strong communication skills for effective interaction.

Responsibilities

• Support daily living activities and personal care for residents.
• Promote independence and encourage personal care choices.

Skills

Empathy and compassion

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Team player

Respect and patience

Passion and dedication

Job description

Within our older adults’ homes, we aim to create a warm and welcoming environment where our Care Assistants can deliver the exceptional care our residents deserve. Join our supportive team and be part of something special, where your dedication and compassion can make a big difference to the lives of others.

What you’ll do:

• Support daily living: Help with daily activities including personal care, ensuring the comfort, wellbeing and safety of our residents.
• Provide person-centred care: Tailor your care planning to meet the unique needs of each resident.
• Promote independence: Encourage residents to make personal care choices and support their self-care and independence.
• Build relationships: Establish supportive connections with residents, their families, and colleagues.

What we’re looking for:

• Passion and dedication: A genuine desire to help others and make a positive and lasting difference to their lives.
• Empathy and compassion: Understand and share the feelings of others to build trust and provide emotional support.
• Respect and patience: Treat residents with dignity and adapt to their individual needs.
• Communication skills: Clear and effective communication with residents, families, and colleagues.
• Team player: Enjoy working closely with others to provide high-quality care.
• Problem-solving skills: Handle unexpected situations calmly and effectively.

We would love to hear from you about your experience and transferable skills. If you would like to arrange an informal chat to discuss the role and what you can bring to the team, please contact us using the details below.

Why join us?

• Rewarding work: Make a real difference in the lives of our residents and know that you can help improve the quality of life of others.
• Supportive environment: Work in a friendly and collaborative team who feel proud of the work they do to support people in our community.
• Professional growth: We invest in your future. With ongoing development opportunities, you’ll have the chance to enhance your skills and advance your career in the care sector.
• Employee support: Access to Health Assured's comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme to support your physical and mental wellbeing, including 24/7 telephone support, a suite of online resources, and legal and financial advice.
• Competitive benefits package: Including generous annual leave entitlement, occupational sick pay, and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme.

This role involves some weekend and bank holidays working, for which enhancements are paid in line with the HCC salary policy.

Please note: We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role and therefore it is essential that you already have the right to work in the UK before applying.

Applicants can expect to hear from us within two weeks of the advertised closing date.