Care Assistant

CARE CONCERN GROUP LIMITED; Honiton; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Enhanced DBS

Uniform provided

Group life assurance cover

Wagestream - financial wellbeing

A nutritious meal during shifts

GP Online for dependants under 16

Discounts access

Employee Assistance Programme 24/7

Learning and development opportunities

Career development opportunities

Long Service Awards

Job summary

Gittisham Hill House Care Home in Honiton, Devon, is seeking a compassionate Care Assistant to provide person-centred support for residents, assisting with daily living, mobility, nutrition and emotional wellbeing.

This role offers full training, paid DBS, uniform, career development and a range of employee benefits designed to support wellbeing, development and financial security.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2 is desirable or willingness to work towards
• Full training and development provided
• Experience in care desirable but not essential

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care, mobility assistance, nutrition support and emotional wellbeing.
• Follow care plans and recognise changes in condition to ensure safe, responsive care.
• Work as part of a supportive team to create a warm, caring environment.

Skills

Caring

Compassionate

Communication

Teamwork

Reliability

Positive attitude

Willingness to learn

Education

NVQ Level 2 desirable

Job description

Gittisham Hill House Care Home is a 38 bed care home set within the peaceful surroundings of Gittisham Hill Park in Honiton, Devon. Providing residential, nursing and dementia care, the home offers a welcoming and family focused environment with bright living spaces, landscaped gardens and comfortable areas for Residents to relax, socialise and enjoy their interests. Colleagues work as part of a caring and experienced team to provide personalised support and high quality care that makes a real difference to Residents.

Care Assistant Contract

• £14.80 to £15.30 per hour
• Contracted to 44 hours per week
• Paid DBS pension, uniform provided
• 5.6 weeks annual leave (based on a full time contract)

Role Overview

As a Care Assistant, you will make a meaningful difference in our residents lives everyday. This role is central to delivering high quality, person centred care that supports dignity, independence and overall wellbeing.

You will support individuals with daily living including personal care, mobility, nutrition and emotional wellbeing, helping them feel comfortable, respected and valued. By following care plans and recognising changes in condition, you will contribute to safe, responsive and consistent care.

Working as part of a supportive team, you will help create a warm and positive environment where relationships matter and people feel truly cared for. This opportunity is open to both experienced carers and those new to care, with full training, guidance and ongoing development provided to support your journey.

What We Are Looking For

• A caring, compassionate and respectful approach
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• A reliable and positive attitude
• Willingness to learn and develop
• Previous experience is beneficial but not essential
• NVQ Level 2 is desirable or willingness to work towards

What We Offer

• Paid Enhanced DBS
• Uniform provided
• Group life assurance cover
• Wagestream - financial wellbeing support and flexible access to earned pay
• A nutritious meal during shifts of eight hours or more
• GP Online for you and your dependants under 16
• Access to more than 1,600 high-street and online discounts
• Free, confidential Employee Assistance Programme, available 24/7, 365 days a year
• Award-winning learning and development, with support to achieve recognised qualifications
• Clear opportunities for career development and progression
• Recognition initiatives and Long Service Awards

About Care Concern Group

Gittisham Hill Houseis part of Care Concern Group, a family-owned, market-leading care provider with a strong and growing presence across the UK. We are committed to delivering high-quality care and creating supportive, rewarding workplaces where our colleagues can grow, develop and thrive.

Our five values

Trust | Respect | Passion | Kindness | Inclusivity shape how we care, how we work and how we support one another.

If you want a role where your experience is valued, your character matters and your work has genuine purpose, we would love to hear from you.