Care Assistant

Moat-House-Care-Home; Hinckley; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid DBS, pension and uniform provided

5.6 weeks annual leave (based on a FT)

Ongoing training and career progress

Job summary

Moat House Care Home in Burbage near Hinckley seeks a Care Assistant to deliver high-quality, person-centred care for residents, promoting dignity and wellbeing. You will support personal care, mobility, nutrition, hydration and daily living, following care plans and documenting well-being.

The role involves working with a supportive team, encouraging activity, helping with meals and accompany residents to appointments. Alternate weekends are required and training opportunities are provided.

Qualifications

• A caring, compassionate and respectful approach with a genuine passion for supporting older people.
• Good communication, literacy and numeracy skills.
• Ability to work calmly in a busy environment and as part of a supportive team.
• Reliable, positive and professional attitude with a commitment to person-centred care.
• Understanding of dignity, independence, confidentiality and safeguarding.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, person-centred care that promotes dignity and wellbeing.
• Support residents with personal care, mobility, nutrition and daily living activities.
• Follow individual care plans and maintain accurate care records.
• Encourage participation in activities and assist with meals and outings.
• Maintain clean, safe and welcoming environment in line with health and safety procedures.

Skills

Compassionate care

Communication skills

Teamwork

Dignity and respect

Care planning awareness

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care

Care Certificate

Job description

Moat House Care Home is a modern residential, dementia, respite and day care home in Burbage, near Hinckley, Leicestershire. With award winning sensory gardens, five beautifully designed care suites and exceptional facilities, we provide a welcoming home where residents are encouraged to live life to the fullest.

Care Assistant Contract

• £12.85 per hour
• Contracted to 33 hours per week
• Paid DBS, pension and uniform provided
• 5.6 weeks annual leave (based on a full-time contract)
• Ongoing training, development and career progression within a supportive and rewarding care environment.

Role Overview

As Care Assistant, you will make a meaningful difference in residents' lives by delivering high-quality, person-centred care that promotes dignity, independence, choice and wellbeing.

You will support residents with personal care, mobility, nutrition, hydration and daily living, while following individual care plans and responding sensitively to their physical, emotional and social needs. You will monitor residents' wellbeing, promptly report any changes in condition and maintain accurate care records to support safe, consistent care.

Working as part of a supportive team, you will encourage residents to participate in activities, assist with meals, accompany them on appointments and outings where required, and help maintain a clean, safe and welcoming environment. You will follow Health & Safety, infection prevention and safeguarding procedures, ensuring residents remain at the heart of everything you do.

The successful candidate will be required to work alternate weekends.

What We Are Looking For

• A caring, compassionate and respectful approach with a genuine passion for supporting older people.
• Good communication, literacy and numeracy skills.
• Ability to work calmly in a busy environment and as part of a supportive team.
• A reliable, positive and professional attitude with a commitment to delivering person-centred care.
• Understanding of dignity, independence, equality and maintaining residents' confidentiality.
• Knowledge of Health & Safety, infection prevention and safe working practices.
• Previous care or care home experience is desirable but not essential, as full training will be provided.
• NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care is desirable, or a willingness to work towards this qualification. The Care Certificate must be completed within the first three months if not already achieved.

About us

Moat House Care Home is part of Care Concern Group, a family owned, market leading care provider with a strong and growing presence across the United Kingdom. We are committed to delivering high quality care and developing supportive, rewarding workplaces where our teams can thrive.

Our five core values Trust|Respect|Passion|Kindness|Inclusivity are at the heart of everything we do, shaping the care we deliver and the environments we create. If you share these values and want to build or develop your career in care, we would love to hear from you.