Care Assistant

TribePost Ltd; Gosport; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A care organization in Hampshire is seeking a caring and motivated Care Assistant to support residents with their daily needs at Russell Churcher Court. The ideal candidate will help maintain independence, assist with personal care, and monitor residents' well-being. Experience in caregiving and an NVQ in Health & Social Care are preferred. This position offers a full-time day shift in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Ability to work well in a team and independently.
• Flexible to cover various shifts.
• Motivated to learn and undertake training.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with personal care and daily needs.
• Support residents in maintaining independence.
• Encourage participation in activities and social events.

Skills

Communication skills

Caring and patient approach

Teamwork

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care

Job description

Care Assistant

Location: Gosport, Hampshire, PO12 3BE
Salary: £12.60 per hour
Contract & Hours: Full time, Day Shift – 37 Hours Per Week

Are you kind, caring, and looking for a role where you can truly make a difference?

Join our welcoming team at Russell Churcher Court in Gosport as a Care Assistant and help us provide exceptional care, support, and companionship to our residents every day.

About Us

Russell Churcher Court is part of Thorngate Churcher Trust, a not-for-profit organisation with a strong reputation for delivering exceptional care.

Here, we value every individual both residents and team members, providing training, support and a warm, respectful working environment.

We operate 124 sheltered flats for assisted living, all with 24 hour warden support, and a 44 bed care home offering residential care for frail elderly people and for those living with dementia.

About the Role – Care Assistant

As a Care Assistant, you’ll play a vital role in supporting residents with their daily needs, always ensuring dignity, choice and wellbeing are at the heart of everything you do.

Your role will include

• Helping with personal care, dressing, and meals.
• Supporting residents to maintain independence and life skills.
• Taking part in planning and reviewing individual care plans.
• Encouraging residents to join in with activities and social events.
• Ensuring a safe and welcoming environment at all times.
• Keeping accurate records and reporting any concerns to senior staff.

About You

We’re Looking for People Who Are:

• Caring and patient, with good communication skills.
• Clean and smart in appearance, with a polite and reliable approach.
• Able to work well in a team but also confident using your own initiative.
• Flexible to cover shifts, including weekends, and occasionally able to work at short notice.
• Motivated to learn, with a willingness to undertake training.

It would be great if you had

• An NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care (or the willingness to work towards it).
• Some experience of caring for or supporting older people.
• A good sense of humour and self-confidence in your role.

If you’re passionate about caring for others and want to be part of a dedicated team, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today and help us provide the highest standard of care to our residents!

Thorngate Churcher Trust is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.

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