Care Assistant

Evolve Care Group; Hatherleigh; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Complementary meals

Bank holiday enhanced pay

Parity pay for young workers 18+

Blue Light card discounts

Free DBS check

Refer a Friend £50 bonus

Pension scheme

CPD accredited training

NVQ part funded support

12 week induction with Mentor

Career opportunities

Welfare helpline 24/7

Job summary

Evolve Care Group is seeking caring individuals to support elderly and vulnerable residents in a welcoming home environment. You will assist with daily activities, personal care, and companionship, while upholding dignity and independence.

No formal qualifications are required; full training is provided, including a 12-week induction, buddy system, and ongoing development. We offer full-time, part-time, and bank hours with pension and welfare support.

Qualifications

• No formal qualifications required.
• Willingness to learn and be trained.
• Basic computer skills taught on the job.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and support to residents while preserving dignity and independence.
• Offer companionship and sit with residents to help with daily routines and activities.
• Record daily notes using a computer/tablet to monitor wellbeing and care progress.

Skills

Compassionate

Patience

Empathy

Job description

We are unable to offer Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) for this role.

Did you know that you don’t need qualifications or previous experience to start a career in care – what you do need though is a kind heart, compassion, patience and the ability to treat others with empathy and dignity.

Maybe you’ve raised your children and they’ve now flown the nest, but you still have that natural instinct to nurture and care for others. Maybe you’ve looked after a loved one before, like an elderly grandparent, or maybe you simply enjoy being there for people when they’re in need. That’s exactly the kind of person we’re looking for.

Caring Starts with Connection

Working in a care home means supporting elderly and vulnerable people in so many meaningful ways. Some residents simply value companionship - someone to share a cup of tea with, or sitting together to enjoy a meal at lunchtime. You might be a friendly face for a walk to the local shops, or just someone who brings comfort by being there throughout the day.

Personal Care that Respects Independence and Choice

Others may need more involved support with their daily routines, especially those living with a Dementia. This includes personal care - helping someone get dressed, supporting them with bathroom visits, encouraging and supporting with washing and bathing. These moments are just as important as a friendly conversation, and they’re always approached with patience and a focus on preserving each person’s dignity and independence.

Dementia can sometimes cause confusion, upset or changes in behaviours, which can be understandably difficult for the person experiencing them. With the right training, we will support you to understand the person and to then offer the right support during these moments.

Computer Skills

Basic computer skills are important in this role, but don’t worry we will teach you everything you need to know. Part of your day will involve using a computer or tablet to record daily notes about the people you support. These records are a vital part of their care to ensure each person’s overall wellbeing is always at the heart of what we do. It’s not about writing long reports, it’s about observing the small details that make a big difference in someone’s day.

How we Support you

Hatherleigh Nursing Home is in the heart of the small town of Hatherleigh, very close to Okehampton and offers an ever-continuing support network which starts at application stage where we start with a phone call then video call to talk you through the job and what to expect when working in a care home. Then you have a 12 week induction programme, a buddy system so you are never alone, continuous learning and development through different forms of training and a welfare team who are available 24/7 via telephone - you really are never alone when working with us!

Complementary meals

Select Bank Holidays Qualify for Enhanced Pay

Young workers (18+) are paid the same as those aged 25+

Blue Light card eligibility (access to discounts at hundreds of hight street & online retailers)

Free DBS

Unlimited access to our Refer a Friend bonus voucher scheme - £50 each

Full-time, part-time and bank hours offered

Automatic enrolment on to our pension scheme

CPD accredited training programme delivered by the home’s Care Academy

NVQ part funded support

12 weeks induction programme with support from an assigned Mentor

Career opportunities

A 24/7 specialist welfare help line for guidance & support