Care Assistant

Mersey Parks Care Home; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Enhanced DBS

Uniform provided

Life assurance

Wagestream access

Meal during shifts

GP Online

Discounts

EAP 24/7

Training & progression

Refer a Friend bonus

Job summary

Mersey Parks Care Home in Toxteth, Liverpool, is seeking a Care Assistant. The role involves delivering high-quality, person-centred care to residents, including personal care, mobility support and emotional wellbeing.

Training and development are provided, with a supportive team and a welcoming community atmosphere. The position offers a pay rate of £12.95–£13.45 per hour, contracted to 44 hours per week, with paid Enhanced DBS, uniform provided, and generous leave arrangements.

Qualifications

• Caring, compassionate and respectful approach required.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Reliable, positive attitude and willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily living support: personal care, mobility and nutrition.
• Follow care plans to deliver safe, person-centred care.
• Create a warm, supportive environment as part of a caring team.

Skills

Caring & compassionate

Communication & teamwork

Reliability & positivity

Willingness to learn

Experience useful but not essential

NVQ/SVQ Level 2 desirable

Job description

About Mersey Parks Care Home

Our 150 bedded home provides residential, nursing and residential dementia care. Located in Toxteth, Liverpool, Mersey Parks is a friendly and welcoming home with a strong community feel. With spacious communal areas, landscaped gardens and a supportive team, it is a place where colleagues can build strong relationships with residents, work as part of a caring team and make a real difference every day.

Care Assistant Contract

• £12.95-£13.45 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
• [SVQ/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
• 'Refer a Friend' scheme offering up to £1,000 per successful referral, depending on the role

About Care Concern Group

Mersey Parks is 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.