Care Assistant

Hampshire County Council; Mengham; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Hampshire County Council as a Care Assistant, where you will provide essential support to our residents in a welcoming environment. We value passion and empathy over experience, making it an ideal opportunity for those new to social care or looking for a career change. Be a part of a dedicated team that positively impacts lives through compassionate care.

Qualifications

• Desire to help others and make a positive impact.
• Ability to communicate effectively with residents and families.
• Works well in a team and demonstrates patience.

Responsibilities

• Support daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety.
• Provide tailored care plans to meet residents' unique needs.
• Promote residents' independence and build supportive relationships.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Problem-solving

Dedication

Job description

Within our older adults’ homes, we aim to create a warm and welcoming environment where ourCare Assistantscan deliver the exceptional care our residents deserve. Join our supportive team and be part of something special, where your dedication and compassion can make a big difference to the lives of others.

What you’ll do:

• Support daily living: Help with daily activities including personal care, ensuring the comfort, wellbeing and safety of our residents.
• Provide person-centred care: Tailor your care planning to meet the unique needs of each resident.
• Promote independence: Encourage residents to make personal care choices and support their self-care and independence.
• Build relationships: Establish supportive connections with residents, their families, and colleagues.

What we’re looking for:

Experience working in social care isn’t essential to join us as a Care Assistant - you might be a school or college leaver looking to take your first step in a career in social care, considering a career change, or returning to work after a break. What’s more important to us is that you have the right values, skills and motivations to provide high quality care.

• Passion and dedication: A genuine desire to help others and make a positive and lasting difference to their lives.
• Empathy and compassion: Understand and share the feelings of others to build trust and provide emotional support.
• Respect and patience: Treat residents with dignity and adapt to their individual needs.
• Communication skills: Clear and effective communication with residents, families, and colleagues.
• Team player: Enjoy working closely with others to provide high-quality care.
• Problem-solving skills: Handle unexpected situations calmly and effectively.

We would love to hear from you about your experience and transferable skills. If you would like to arrange an informal chat to discuss the role and what you can bring to the team, please contact us.