Care Assistant

Greatwood House Care Home; Tameside; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Enhanced DBS

Uniform provided

Group life assurance

Wagestream access

Meal during shifts

GP access

Discounts program

Employee Assistance Program

Learning and development

Career progression

Refer a Friend bonus

Job summary

Greatwood House Care Home in Denton, near Manchester, offers a 44-hour, full-time day-shift Care Assistant role in a 60-bed home providing residential and dementia care. You will support residents with daily living, mobility, nutrition and emotional wellbeing, following care plans to ensure dignity and wellbeing.

We provide comprehensive training, a friendly team, and development opportunities, with benefits including enhanced DBS, uniform, and a range of discounts and wellbeing resources to

Qualifications

• A caring, compassionate and respectful approach.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Reliable and positive attitude.
• Willingness to learn and develop.
• Previous experience is beneficial but not essential.
• SVQ/NVQ Level 2 is desirable or willingness to work towards.

Responsibilities

• As a Care Assistant, you will provide daily living support including personal care and mobility.
• Follow care plans to ensure dignity, independence and wellbeing for residents.
• Support residents in nutrition and emotional wellbeing and create a warm, respectful environment.

Job description

Care and Support - Greatwood House Care Home

Contract: Full Time

Shift Type: Days

Contracted hours: 44 hours per week

About Greatwood House Care Home
Our 60 bedded home provides residential and residential dementia care. Located in Denton, just outside Manchester, Greatwood House is a friendly and welcoming home with bright communal spaces, a lovely conservatory and landscaped garden. With a strong family atmosphere and a caring team, it is a great place for colleagues to build meaningful relationships and make a real difference to residents.

Care Assistant Contract

• Contracted to 44 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.
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
• [SVQ/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
Greatwood House 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.