Care Assistant

Theoldvicarageotterton; Otterton; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniform provided

Job summary

The Old Vicarage is a family‑run residential care home in Otterton, East Devon, seeking a caring Care Assistant to join our team. You will report to the Head of Care and Registered Manager, with full training provided and the chance to grow into lead roles. A caring attitude and a willingness to learn are essential.

We offer full-time, part-time or permanent positions, a uniform, and a supportive, homely environment focused on high-quality care and resident wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Friendly, patient and compassionate approach to elderly residents.
• Willingness to learn with full training provided.
• Ability to follow care plans and instructions from senior staff.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with personal care and daily activities.
• Encourage residents to eat and stay hydrated.
• Assist with medications as directed by nursing staff.
• Maintain high standards of hygiene and safety throughout shifts.
• Overtime pay of £1 extra per hour.
• Additional working hours are available.
• Receive substantial training and on-the-job support.
• Uniform will be provided.
• Supportive team environment and opportunities to progress to lead roles.
• Excellent inductions and ongoing professional development.

Skills

Caring personality

Good communication

Job description

We are seeking a caring and motivated Care Assistant to support residents with daily activities and personal care, ensuring high standards at all times. Full training is provided, making this a great opportunity for those passionate about working with the elderly.

Care Assistant Full time Otterton

About Us

The Old Vicarage is a family-run residential care home nestled in the charming village of Otterton, East Devon. Renowned for our warm and welcoming environment, we are dedicated to providing exceptional care that allows our residents to enjoy their retirement years to the fullest.

We offer a range of services, including relaxing holidays, respite breaks, post-operative recovery, and permanent residency. Our care is highly personalized, embracing a holistic approach that nurtures physical, spiritual, and emotional well-being, always respecting individual preferences.

Role Summary

We are looking for an enthusiastic and caring Care Assistant to join our Care team. Reporting to Head of Care and Registered Manager. Experience is preferable but not essential as full training will be given, but high standards, self-motivation, common sense, and a desire to work with the elderly are essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Helping our clients with personal care and supporting with daily activities such as serving meals, dressing, etc.
• Encourage clients to eat and drink on time
• Prompting and support with medications
• Keeping the care standards high all the time and up-to-date with training and development
• Overtime pay of £1 extra per hour.
• Additional working hours are available
• High quality training and support in all aspects of the role.
• Uniform will be provided.
• Homely environments and great support of friendly team members
• Opportunity to progress to lead roles
• Excellent inductions, training and ‘on the job’ support

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent