Care Assistant

Bridge Oak; Thirsk; Remote; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Full time

Job summary

Bridge Oak Care Homes is recruiting Care Assistants for Hambleton Grange Care Home in Thirsk. We welcome applicants with or without care experience and provide full training and ongoing support to ensure high-quality, person-centred care for older residents.

The role involves helping residents with daily activities, fostering a warm, respectful home environment, and contributing to their safety, dignity and wellbeing on a day-to-day basis.

Qualifications

• Warm, friendly and compassionate approach to care.
• Reliable and organized with the ability to work as part of a team.
• Strong communication with residents and their families.
• Flexibility to work shifts, including weekends and bank holidays.

Responsibilities

• Support residents with personal care, including washing, dressing and mobility.
• Assist residents with physical, emotional, social and spiritual wellbeing.
• Provide companionship, reassurance and emotional support throughout the day.
• Support residents with limited mobility, dementia or additional care needs.
• Promote independence while ensuring safety and comfort.
• Monitor residents and report changes in wellbeing to senior staff.
• Maintain accurate care records in line with company policies.
• Encourage participation in activities and social engagements.
• Respond to call bells and assist residents as required.
• Welcome visitors and help create a friendly family atmosphere within the home.
• Support housekeeping to keep bedrooms and communal areas clean and comfortable.
• Assist with end-of-life care and provide compassionate support to residents and families.

Skills

Warm, friendly & compassionate

Reliable and organized

Strong communication with residents & 

Team player

Positive and patient

Flexible for weekends & holidays

Job description

Care Assistant

Location: Hambleton Grange Care Home, Thirsk
Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time and Part-Time Opportunities Available
Sponsorship: Not currently available

Join Bridge Oak Care Homes – Creating Communities Where Everyone Feels at Home

At Bridge Oak Care Homes, we believe care is about so much more than meeting everyday needs. It's about creating warm, welcoming communities where every resident feels safe, valued and truly at home.

Our vision is to provide compassionate, person-centred care that celebrates individuality, promotes independence and enables people to live with dignity, comfort and purpose. Every member of our team plays an important role in making this vision a reality.

We are looking for caring, compassionate and dedicated Care Assistants to join our team at Hambleton Grange Care Home in Thirsk. Whether you already have experience in care or are looking to begin a rewarding career, we're seeking individuals who are passionate about supporting older people and making a genuine difference every day.

Situated in the picturesque market town of Thirsk, Hambleton Grange Care Home provides high-quality residential, dementia and nursing care within a welcoming and supportive environment. Our residents are at the heart of everything we do, and we're committed to helping them enjoy fulfilling and meaningful lives.

What You'll Be Doing

As a Care Assistant, you'll play a vital role in supporting residents to live comfortably, safely and with dignity.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting residents with personal care, including washing, dressing, toileting and mobility assistance.
• Assisting residents with their physical, emotional, social and spiritual wellbeing.
• Providing companionship, reassurance and emotional support throughout the day.
• Supporting residents with limited mobility, dementia or additional care needs.
• Promoting independence whilst ensuring residents remain safe and comfortable.
• Monitoring residents and reporting any concerns or changes in wellbeing to senior team members.
• Maintaining accurate care records in line with company policies and procedures.
• Encouraging participation in activities, hobbies and social engagement opportunities.
• Responding promptly to call bells and assisting residents as required.
• Welcoming visitors and helping create a friendly, family atmosphere within the home.
• Supporting housekeeping standards by maintaining clean, comfortable bedrooms and communal areas.
• Assisting with end-of-life care and providing compassionate support to residents and families where required.
• Working collaboratively with colleagues to deliver outstanding person-centred care.

What We're Looking For

We're seeking individuals who are:

• Warm, friendly and compassionate.
• Reliable, organised and able to work effectively as part of a team.
• Passionate about supporting older people and enhancing their quality of life.
• Positive, patient and respectful in their approach to care.
• Flexible and willing to work shifts, including weekends and bank holidays.
• Strong communicators who can build meaningful relationships with residents and families.
• Previous care experience is advantageous but not essential, as full training and support will be provided.

Why Join Bridge Oak Care Homes?

When you join Bridge Oak Care Homes, you'll become part of a supportive organisation that genuinely values both its residents and colleagues.

We offer:

• A friendly, welcoming and inclusive working environment.
• Ongoing training, learning and career development opportunities.
• The opportunity to make a meaningful difference to residents' lives every day.
• Supportive management and experienced care teams.
• Recognition for your commitment and achievements.
• A workplace built on trust, compassion and respect.
• The chance to work for a provider deeply rooted within its local communities and committed to delivering exceptional person-centred care.

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you're looking for a rewarding career where kindness, compassion and dignity are at the heart of everything you do, we'd love to hear from you.