Care Assistant

NHS; Oxford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization is seeking a compassionate Care Assistant to support residents' everyday lives at Wytham House, a care home in Farmoor, Oxfordshire. This full-time position includes 36-48 hours of work per week, requiring working alternate weekends, and rotating day and night shifts. Responsibilities encompass assisting residents with personal care, administering medication, and collaborating with the multidisciplinary team. Ideal candidates should possess a respectful attitude and professional registration in the UK.

Benefits

Blue Light Discount Card

Wagestream

Holiday and days out discounts

Long service awards

Recognition programme

Qualifications

• Must have a compassionate, empathetic, and respectful attitude.
• Demonstrate a growth mindset and willingness to learn.
• Current UK professional registration is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with personal care and daily living activities.
• Administer medication and support overall well-being.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality care.
• Maintain accurate documentation and reporting.

Skills

Compassionate attitude

Empathy

Respectful attitude

Willingness to learn

Education

Current UK professional registration

Job description

Job summary

We are looking for a compassionate care assistant to support residents in their everyday lives at Wytham House, a 40‑bed nursing, dementia, and palliative care home in Farmoor, Oxfordshire. The role involves working alternate weekends and day and night shifts on rotation.

About the role

• Full‑time; 36–48 hours per week
• Working alternate weekends required
• Day and night shifts on rotation
• Salary £12.85 per hour

What Aria Care offers

• Blue Light Discount Card
• Wagestream
• Holiday and days out discounts
• Long service awards
• Recognition programme
• And much more!

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with personal care and daily living activities
• Administer medication and support overall well‑being
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team to deliver high‑quality care
• Maintain accurate documentation and reporting

Qualifications

• Compassionate, empathetic, respectful attitude
• Growth mindset and willingness to learn
• Current UK professional registration required

Working pattern

Full‑time, permanent. Alternate weekends, day and night shifts on rotation.

Benefits

• Blue Light Discount Card
• Wagestream
• Holiday and days out discounts
• Long service awards
• Recognition programme

Location

Aria Healthcare, Farmoor, OX2 9NL