Care Assistant

Allscreens Nationwide Ltd; Larkhall; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PVG paid

Pension

Uniform provided

Onsite parking

5.6 weeks annual leave (pro rata)

Job summary

Willinbrook Healthcare's Oaklea Dementia Care Unit is seeking a Care Assistant to support residents with dementia and complex health needs. The role involves following care plans, maintaining dignity and wellbeing, and working closely with a supportive team.

The position is hands-on, requires patience and resilience, and offers PVG, pension, uniform, and onsite parking. Experience in care is beneficial but not essential; SVQ2 in Health & Social Care or the willingness to obtain is preferred.

Qualifications

• A caring, compassionate and respectful approach.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• A calm, patient and resilient attitude.
• Willingness to learn and develop within a complex care environment.
• SVQ2 in Health & Social Care, or willingness to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Support residents with complex needs, including advanced dementia and other health challenges.
• Follow individual care plans and structured routines to maintain safety and wellbeing.
• Build positive relationships and respond to changes in behaviour or wellbeing.
• Deliver care safely and consistently in a hands-on role.

Skills

Compassionate care

Communication skills

Teamwork

Patience and resilience

Education

SVQ2 in Health & Social Care

Job description

Oaklea Dementia Care Unit, within Ashlea Court Care Home, is part of Willinbrook Healthcare and provides specialist dementia care for up to 26 residents. The unit offers a structured, supportive and homely environment designed to meet the needs of individuals living with dementia.

Care Assistant Contract

• £13.60 per hour
• Contracted to 33-44 hours per week
• Paid PVG, pension, uniform provided and onsite parking
• 5.6 weeks annual leave (pro rata)

Role Overview

As a Care Assistant, you will support individuals with a range of complex needs, including advanced dementia, mental health conditions and other long term health challenges. Your role is to provide safe, consistent and person centred care that promotes dignity, independence and wellbeing.

Working closely with the wider team, you will follow individual care plans and support structured routines, helping to create a calm, stable and supportive environment. You will build positive relationships with residents, understanding their needs and responding appropriately to changes in behaviour or wellbeing.

This is a hands on role that requires patience, resilience and a calm approach, supporting both the physical and emotional needs of residents while ensuring care is delivered safely and consistently at all times.

What We Are Looking For

• A caring, compassionate and respectful approach
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• A calm, patient and resilient attitude
• Willingness to learn and develop within a complex care environment
• Previous experience in care or mental health is beneficial but not essential
• SVQ2 in Health & Social Care, or willingness to obtain

About us

Oaklea Dementia Care Unit is part of Willinbrook Healthcare, the specialist complex care division 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.

Through Willinbrook Healthcare, we deliver high quality, clinically led care for adults with complex physical and mental health needs within specialist, supportive environments.

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 a specialist care environment, we would love to hear from you.