Care Assistant

Darnford Rose; Lichfield; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Paid training

Career progression opportunities

Supportive and friendly team

Free uniform

Paid mandatory training

DBS fee refunded

Annual leave 5.6 weeks

Contributory pension scheme

Free on-site parking

Free Blue Light Card

Access to on-demand pay app

Job summary

Darnford Rose Care Home is seeking compassionate Care Assistants to join our friendly team in providing high-quality, person-centred care. You will help residents with personal care, companionship and daily activities, supporting independence and wellbeing.

We offer full-time roles at 38.5 hours per week, with options for days or nights and a competitive hourly rate of £12.85. Training, professional development and a supportive team are provided to help you succeed.

Qualifications

• Kind, compassionate and genuinely passionate about caring for others.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills are required.
• Reliable, professional and able to work flexibly.
• Calm, patient and reassuring in a busy environment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, person-centred care that promotes dignity and wellbeing.
• Support residents with personal care, including washing, dressing and mobility.
• Assist with eating, hydration and nutrition to maintain health.
• Build relationships with residents, families and colleagues.
• Follow care plans and report changes in residents’ health or wellbeing.
• Maintain accurate care records and communicate during handovers.
• Follow safeguarding and health and safety procedures at all times.
• Create a warm, welcoming and homely environment for residents.

Skills

Compassionate nature

Excellent communication

Teamwork

Reliability

Calm under pressure

Education

Care Certificate (essential)

Job description

Care Assistant

Job Summary

Darnford Rose Care Home is looking for compassionate, caring and dedicated Care Assistants to join our friendly team.

We can offer:

• Full Time - 38.5 Hours per week
• Days or Nights
• £12.85 per hour

As a Care Assistant, you'll play an important role in supporting residents to live comfortable, fulfilling and independent lives. Whether you're providing personal care, offering companionship or simply sharing a conversation, every day brings the opportunity to make a real difference to someone's life.

Whether you're experienced in care or looking to start a rewarding new career, we'll provide the training and support you need to succeed.

About the Role

As a Care Assistant, you will:

• Deliver high-quality, person-centred care that promotes residents' dignity, independence and wellbeing.
• Support residents with personal care, including washing, dressing, toileting and mobility.
• Assist residents with eating, drinking and maintaining good nutrition and hydration.
• Build positive relationships with residents, their families and your colleagues.
• Encourage residents to take part in activities and maintain their independence wherever possible.
• Follow individual care plans and report any changes in residents' health or wellbeing.
• Maintain accurate care records and communicate effectively during handovers.
• Follow safeguarding, infection prevention and health and safety procedures at all times.
• Work collaboratively as part of a caring and supportive team.
• Help create a warm, welcoming and homely environment for every resident.

About You

We're looking for someone who:

• Is kind, compassionate and genuinely passionate about caring for others.
• Has previous experience in a care setting (desirable, but not essential).
• Holds or is willing to work towards their Care Certificate (essential).
• Has excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Is reliable, professional and able to work flexibly.
• Is calm, patient and reassuring in a busy environment.
• Understands the importance of dignity, respect and person-centred care.
• Is committed to learning, developing and providing the highest standards of care.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary.
• Paid training and ongoing professional development.
• Career progression opportunities across our growing organisation.
• Supportive and friendly team environment.
• Free uniform.
• Paid mandatory training.
• DBS fee refunded.
• Annual leave equivalent to 5.6 weeks (inclusive of Bank Holidays).
• Contributory pension scheme.
• Free on-site parking.
• Free Blue Light Card.
• Access to on-demand pay and savings through our financial wellbeing app.