Care Assistant

Highgate Care Services Ltd; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Friendly workplace

Training and progression

Meaningful impact

Close-knit team

Job summary

Highgate Care is seeking a Care Assistant for The Grange in Darlington. Join a small, compassionate care group that values kindness and person-centred support for residents.

You will assist with daily living, support mobility and dignity, participate in activities, and keep records under supervision. Flexible evenings/weekends may be required; prior care experience is a bonus, and training and career progression are offered.

Qualifications

• Warm, approachable, and positive attitude.
• Organised, reliable and a teamplayer.
• Creative, enthusiastic, and able to motivate others.
• Passionate about improving the lives of older people.
• Willing to work some evenings and weekends.
• Previous care experience is a bonus, but values and personality matter most.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily living activities (washing, toileting, dressing).
• Support residents in physical, emotional and spiritual care needs.
• Monitor residents with limited mobility or care needs.
• Observe care planning and complete daily records as required.
• Engage residents in activities and social events in the Home.
• Answer nurse calls, door, and telephone appropriately; relay messages.

Skills

Warm

Approachable

Positive attitude

Organised

Reliable

Team player

Creative

Enthusiastic

Motivate others

Passionate

Older people care

Flexible

Job description

Job Description

Care Assistant

Location

Darlington, Durham, United Kingdom

Job Type

Permanent, Full-time

Salary

£12.71

Sponsorship

Not currently available

Join Highgate Care - Where Kindness Is Key

At Highgate Care, kindness isn’t just something we talk about, it’s the foundation of everything we do. As a small and compassionate care group, we pride ourselves on offering truly person-centred care, where every resident is valued, supported, and able to thrive. We believe in celebrating individuality, promoting dignity and above all, living by our core value: Kindness Is Key.

We’re currently looking for a Care Assistant to join the team at, The Grange in Darlington If you’re someone who naturally brings warmth, energy and creativity wherever you go, and you love the idea of making each day meaningful for our residents, this could be the perfect role for you.

What You’ll Be Doing

As our Care Assistant, you’ll play a vital role in enriching the lives of residents by:

• Ensure the highest possible levels of care are maintained by supporting/assisting Residents, when required, with washing, toileting, dressing, undressing, and all other aspects of daily living.
• Assist Residents in all aspects of their care needs (e.g. physical, emotional and spiritual). Provide attention when needed, whilst ensuring Residents retain their comfort and dignity.
• Pay particular attention to assisting Residents who have limited mobility, or physical / learning difficulties, making the best use of aids provided.
• Closely monitor Residents who may be confused and / or who have behavioural problems.
• Assist in the promotion of continence.
• Assist in the delivery of care for Residents who are dying or who have a progressive illness. Assist with last offices.
• Observe care planning needs for Residents and complete written daily records as instructed and in line with the Company’s policies and procedures.
• Assist in framework of social activities by interacting with Residents and helping them continue with hobbies and activities in the Home.
• Answer Nurse call system, giving assistance as required. Answer the door and telephone appropriately. Respond accordingly, and pass on messages promptly.
• Under the supervision and guidance of senior Care Staff, report on the well-being of Residents.
• Carry out regular checks on Residents at intervals determined by senior Staff Members.
• Make Visitors feel welcome. Provide refreshments/assistance as and when required.
• Make and change beds, ensuring that rooms are clean and tidy, and commodes are empty, in line with the Home’s disposal of waste policy. Ensure the Home’s resources are used appropriately.
• Clean and maintain equipment used by Residents / Relatives e.g. wheelchairs, hearing aids, spectacles etc. Ensure the Home is kept clean and tidy, in line with the Company’s attention to detail philosophy.
• Recording participation and feedback to ensure meaningful engagement

What We’re Looking For

We’re seeking someone who is:

• Warm, approachable, and brimming with positivity
• Organised, reliable and a teamplayer.
• Creative, enthusiastic, and able to motivate others
• Passionate about improving the lives of older people
• Able to work flexibly across some evenings and weekends
• Previous experience in a care setting is a bonus, but we’re just as interested in your personality and values

What We Offer

Working at Highgate Care means being part of something special. You’ll enjoy:

• A friendly, supportive, and welcoming workplace
• Real opportunities for ongoing training and career progression
• A chance to make a meaningful impact in people’s lives every day
• A valued role within a close-knit team that cares as much about each other as we do our residents

If you believe that kindness and compassion should be at the heart of care, we’d love to hear from you. and be part of our team at The Grange that makes each day brighter for our residents.