Care Assistant

Hampshire County Council; Holybourne; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Assured EAP

LGPS

Generous annual leave

Sick pay

Job summary

Hampshire County Council is seeking Care Assistants to support older adults in our homes, delivering compassionate care at night and during the day. You’ll help with personal care, promote independence, and build trusting relationships with residents and families.

No prior social care experience is required; school leavers or return-to-work applicants are welcome. You’ll join a supportive team with training opportunities and a clear path to professional growth in the local care sector.

Qualifications

• Experience in social care isn't essential; school leavers or returning to work are welcome.
• Ability to provide person-centred care and tailor care planning to residents.
• Strong observation and communication skills are important for quality care.

Responsibilities

• Support daily/nightly living: help with personal care and ensure resident comfort, wellbeing and safety.
• Provide person-centred care and tailor care planning to meet individual needs.
• Promote independence and support residents in self-care.
• Build relationships with residents, families and colleagues.
• Monitor mental and physical health at night and respond promptly to signs.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Observation skills

Problem solving

Teamwork

Night shifts

Job description

Within our older adults' homes, we aim to create a warm and welcoming environment where our Care Assistants can deliver the exceptional care our residents deserve. Join our supportive team and be part of something special, where your dedication and compassion can make a big difference to the lives of others. What you’ll do:

• Support daily/nightly living: Help with activities including personal care, ensuring the comfort, wellbeing and safety of our residents at night.
• Provide person-centred care: Tailor your care planning to meet the unique needs of each resident.
• Promote independence: Encourage residents to make personal care choices and support their self-care and independence.
• Build relationships: Establish supportive connections with residents, their families, and colleagues.
  Experience working in social care isn't essential to join us as a Care Assistant - you might be a school or college leaver looking to take your first step in a career in social care, considering a career change, or returning to work after a break.
• Passion and dedication: A genuine desire to help others and make a positive and lasting difference to their lives.
• Empathy and compassion: Understand and share the feelings of others to build trust and provide emotional support.
• Respect and patience: Treat residents with dignity and adapt to their individual needs.
• Attentiveness: Strong observational skills to closely monitor mental and physical health during the night and the ability to respond quickly and appropriately to verbal and non-verbal signs.
• Communication skills: Clear and effective communication with residents, families, and colleagues.
• Problem-solving skills: Handle unexpected situations calmly and effectively.
  We would love to hear from you about your experience and transferable skills. If you would like to arrange an informal chat to discuss the role and what you can bring to the team,

Why join us?

• Rewarding work: 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.
• Supportive environment: Work in a friendly and collaborative team who feel proud of the work they do to support people in our community.
• Professional growth: 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.
• Competitive benefits package: Including generous annual leave entitlement, occupational sick pay, and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme.

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: Care Assistant, Carer, General Assistant, Support Worker, Healthcare Assistant, Caregiver, Nursing Home Assistant, Personal Care Assistant.