Care Assistant

Healthcare Homes Group Limited; Gillingham; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Pension

5.6 weeks paid holiday pay

Refer a Friend scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Extensive training courses

Qualifications and Apprenticeship

Blue Light Card

Long Service awards

Job summary

Healthcare Homes is seeking a Care Assistant to join The Malthouse in Gillingham for night shifts from 9:30pm to 7:30am, with alternate weekend work. The role involves supporting elderly residents with personal care and providing companionship in a warm, home-like setting.

You will participate in our induction and training programme and join a well-established care team dedicated to high-quality, person-centred care. Competitive benefits are provided as part of the package.

Qualifications

• No formal qualification required; comprehensive induction and training provided.

Responsibilities

• Supporting individuals with personal care (hygiene, washing, dressing, etc.)
• Providing companionship and offering social interaction
• Maintaining accurate resident records

Job description

Care Assistant - Nights

The Malthouse, Gillingham

£13.15 per hour

Full time Nights available - 9:30pm - 7:30am with alternate weekend working.

Specialising in residential support for the elderly, The Malthouse is a traditional building with a quirky and charming interior set in beautiful grounds with a courtyard and a private rear garden. Inside the home is a warm and homely atmosphere, and you’ll be greeted by a care team who pride themselves on friendliness and caring.

What would a typical day look like?

• Supporting individuals with personal care (hygiene, washing, dressing, etc.)
• Providing companionship and offering social interaction
• Maintaining accurate resident records

Whether you are an experienced care assistant or support worker or are looking to start a new career in a rewarding and fulfilling role we will provide you with a thorough induction and training programme to further develop your skills along with the support and guidance of a well-established team who truly value their colleagues.

In return we offer a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Company Pension
• 5.6 weeks paid holiday pay
• Refer a Friend scheme worth up to £1000 per person
• Employee Assistance Programme to support your mental health and wellbeing
• Extensive training courses through our Healthcare Homes Academy
• Qualifications and Apprenticeship opportunities including Advanced Healthcare Practitioner
• Blue Light Card offering a number of discounts across retail and hospitality
• Recognition and Long Service awards

Established in 2005, Healthcare Homes Group has an existing portfolio comprising of 48 residential and nursing homes located across East Anglia and the South of England. We are a Top 20 provider within the care sector and our ethos is to deliver the best person-centred care to all our residents.