Care Assistant

Care Concern Group; Stoke-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Enhanced DBS/ PVG

Uniform provided

Group life assurance

Wagestream access

Meal during shifts

GP Online for dependants

Discounts

Employee Assistance Programme

Learning & development

Career progression

Refer a Friend £1,000

Job summary

Coopers Croft Care Home in Stoke-on-Trent is seeking a Care Assistant to provide person-centred residential and dementia care. You will support daily living, wellbeing and mobility, helping residents feel safe, valued and comfortable in a warm team setting.

We offer full training, guidance and opportunities for development, with flexible shifts including days, evenings and twilight to fit your life. DBS/PVG, uniform and benefits are provided as part of a supportive employer.

Qualifications

• Must demonstrate caring, compassionate and respectful approach.
• Good communication and teamwork skills are essential.
• Reliable and positive attitude beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with daily living including personal care, mobility and nutrition.
• Support emotional wellbeing and follow care plans for safety and dignity.
• Contribute to a warm, respectful environment with ongoing training and development.

Skills

Caring

Compassionate

Respectful

Communication

Teamwork

Reliability

Positive attitude

Willingness to learn

Experience helpful

Education

NVQ Level 2 desirable

Willingness to work towards

Job description

About Coopers Croft Care Home

Our 48 bedded home provides residential and residential dementia care. Located in Stoke on Trent, Coopers Croft offers a welcoming environment with bright day spaces, beautiful gardens, a cinema room and comfortable en suite bedrooms. The home has a strong community feel, with a focus on meaningful activities, independence and person centred care, creating a rewarding environment for colleagues to make a genuine difference every day.

Our 48 bedded home provides residential and residential dementia care. Located in Stoke on Trent, Coopers Croft offers a welcoming environment with bright day spaces, beautiful gardens, a cinema room and comfortable en suite bedrooms. The home has a strong community feel, with a focus on meaningful activities, independence and person centred care, creating a rewarding environment for colleagues to make a genuine difference every day.

Care Assistant Contract

• £13.45 to £13.95 per hour


• Contracted to 38.5 or 26.25 hours per week


• Paid [PVG/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. Days, part time and evenings/twilight shifts available.

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


• 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

Coopers Croft 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.