Care Assistant

Hampshire County Council; Gosport; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Assured Employee Assistance

Competitive benefits package

Local Government Pension Scheme

Job summary

Hampshire County Council in Gosport is hiring a Care Assistant on a permanent basis. You’ll support daily living, assist with personal care and help residents maintain comfort and safety in their home at Woodcot Lodge.

We value empathy, strong communication, teamwork and a compassionate approach. Weekend and bank holiday work may apply, with enhancements per the council policy. Training and development opportunities are provided in a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in social care isn’t essential to join as a Care Assistant.
• Demonstrated values and motivation to provide high quality care.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a team.

Responsibilities

• Support daily living and personal care to residents.
• Provide person-centred care tailored to each resident’s needs.
• Promote independence and self-care where possible.
• Build relationships with residents, families and colleagues.

Skills

Empathy

Communication skills

Teamwork

Patience

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Care Assistant

Job Reference:HCC625099
Salary Range: £26,018 - £27,111 pro-rata, per annum (actual salary £16,875 - £26,379 per annum)
Work Location: Woodcot Lodge, Gosport
Hours per week: 24 or 36
Contract Type: Permanent
Closing Date: 2 November 2026

The Role:

Within ourolder adults’homes, we aim to createa warm and welcomingenvironmentwhereourCare Assistantscandeliver the exceptional care our residents deserve.Join our supportive teamand be part of something special,where yourdedicationand compassion can make a big difference to the lives of others.

What you’ll do:

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

What we’re looking for:

Experienceworkingin social careisn’t essentialto join us as aCare Assistant-you might be a school or college leaverlooking to take yourfirst stepin a careerin socialcare, considering acareer change,orreturning to workafter a break.What’s more important tousis that you have the right values, skills and motivations to provide high quality care.

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

Take a lookat our Candidate Pack for more information about theCare Assistantrole,ourteam andvalues.The section‘About you’explains what specific knowledge, skills and experience we want you to tell us about.Make sure you explain how you meet these requirements and demonstrate our values, in your application.

• Rewardingwork: Make a real difference in the lives of our residents and know that you can help improve the quality of life of others and make a lasting impact on the lives of those you care for.
• Make a difference: Watch this short video to find out more about the important work our Older Adults Residential Teams do.
• Supportiveenvironment: Work in a friendly and collaborative team who feel proud of the work they do to support people in our community.
• Professionalgrowth: 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.
• Competitivebenefitspackage: Including generous annual leave entitlement, occupational sick pay, and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme.Find more information here .

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.

Other job titles you may be searching for: Carer, General Assistant, Support Worker, Healthcare Assistant, Caregiver, Nursing Home Assistant, Personal Care Assistant.

Values Based Recruitment:

We recruit for attitudes and values in Adults’ Health and Care. We invite you to evidence how you demonstrate our 5 core values in your application.For more information on our values, please refer to the candidate pack.

This post is subject to a Criminal Records Check.

Contact Details for an Informal Discussion:

Hampshire County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment.

In order to combat discrimination, no unnecessary conditions or requirements will be applied which could have a disproportionately adverse effect on any one group. All sections of the population will have equal access to jobs. No applicant or employee will receive less favourable treatment because of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership and pregnancy or maternity, unless a Genuine Occupational Requirement (GOR) applies.

We are a Disability Confident Employer - committed to ensuring that our recruitment and selection process is inclusive and accessible.