Care Assistant

The Cinnamon Care Collection; Lyndhurst; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable care home provider in Lyndhurst is seeking Care Assistants to join their team. The role offers full-time hours with flexibility for day and night shifts. Responsibilities include supporting residents and promoting their individuality, with a focus on teamwork. Ideal candidates should have an NVQ level 2 or equivalent, along with a passion for care. The company provides competitive pay, training, and career development opportunities, all in a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Paid breaks

Company uniforms

Paid DBS

Career development support

Qualifications

• Physically and medically able to fulfill care duties.
• Willingness to obtain NVQ qualification if not already attained.
• Strong communication skills essential for effective team dynamics.

Responsibilities

• Support residents with their daily activities.
• Promote individuality, choice, and independence among residents.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure high-quality care.

Skills

Team player

Self-motivated

Effective communication

Organisational skills

Flexibility and adaptability

Education

NVQ level 2 or equivalent

Job description

Care Assistants

£12.67 per hour plus company benefits

Full time - 42hr contract, day and night shifts available

A Top 20 Care Home Group 2025!
Awarded 'One of the UK's Best Companies to Work For'

Hartwood House is a stunning 50 bedded residential and dementia care home based in Lyndhurst.

We are looking for 2 enthusiastic, passionate and reliable carers to be part of our care team looking after our residential and dementia residents. We offer competitive hourly pay, paid breaks, uniform and paid DBS along with additional company benefits.

Full time hours are available with the flexibility to cover both day and night shifts.

Our team members must have a real passion for care and want to work as part of a close-knit team supporting each other, and wanting to promote choice, individuality and independence to our residents at all times.

We are looking to recruit experienced carers, ideally with an NVQ qualification and with the desire to further their career within our home. We offer a comprehensive induction, mentorship, support and training and encourage career development.

Person Specification

• Physically and medically able to carry out duties and responsibilities with or without assistive aids
• NVQ level 2 or equivalent qualifications or willingness to attend
• Team player, self-motivated, proactive, flexible and adaptable
• Ability to organise and prioritise workload and work under pressure
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing