Care Assistant

Island Healthcare Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

A family-run healthcare provider is seeking Care Assistants to join their team. This role offers an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in residents' lives while receiving full training and support. Responsibilities include assisting residents with daily routines, offering companionship, and maintaining a welcoming environment. The position values kindness, dependability, and teamwork. Enjoy a range of perks including paid training, a staff bus service, and additional bonuses for attendance and working unsocial hours.

Benefits

Free uniform

Paid breaks

Discounted ferry travel

Attendance bonus

Leisure membership discounts

Free snacks during shifts

Qualifications

• You are patient, kind, and respectful.
• You are dependable and ready to learn.
• You like being part of a team and helping others.

Responsibilities

• Help residents get ready with care, dignity, and calm.
• Share stories, smiles, and tea — your presence matters.
• Keep the home clean, calm, and welcoming for everyone.

Skills

Kindness

Dependability

Teamwork

Patience

Education

Care experience or NVQ Level 2 (preferred)

Job description

Join a team that feels like family. No experience needed. Get trained, get paid, make a difference. Being a Care Assistant at one of our care homes means turning everyday routines into moments of care and connection. It’s about helping someone feel safe, heard, and at home. You might help someone get dressed, make a cup of tea, or sit beside them when they need company. The little things you do will mean the world to someone. If you’re kind, reliable and want to feel part of something real — this could be just the place for you.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• A team that feels like family, with real support and steady hours
• Get paid to train and build your confidence
• Earn while you learn with fully funded qualifications
• Career growth if you want it — we’ll help you take the next step
• Take paid breaks and get a free uniform throughout your time here
• Access to the Vivup Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) for confidential wellbeing support
• Discounted ferry travel
• Leisure membership discounts to support your health and wellbeing
• Free snacks and drinks available while on shift
• Attendance bonus of an extra 50p per hour when all contracted shifts are worked each month (T&C apply)
• Enhancements paid for weekends, nights & NVQ’s/Diplomas

What Your Day Could Look Like

• Help residents get ready with care, dignity and calm
• Share stories, smiles and tea — your presence matters
• Notice small changes that help keep people safe and well
• Keep the home clean, calm and welcoming for everyone
• Work with carers, nurses and families to give great care
• Assist with medication (if trained) and keep clear records

What We’d Love You to Bring

We’re looking for someone kind, dependable and ready to learn. You’re patient, kind and respectful. You’re a steady pair of hands and a good listener. You like being part of a team and helping others. You show up, stick with it and want to make a difference. Care experience or NVQ Level 2 is helpful — but not essential.

What Makes Island Healthcare Different

We’re a family‑run company, and we treat our staff and residents with the same care we’d want for our own families. For over 20 years, we’ve been part of life on the Island. We’ve built trust by doing the right things, the right way. That’s why many of our team stay for years: they feel respected and proud of the work they do. Our homes feel like just that — homes. They’re welcoming, well‑run, and full of people who care.

Due to the location of some of our homes, there is limited or no public transport available. However, we do provide a staff bus service to Newport and Ryde for our Havenstreet locations.