Care Assistant

Dovehaven Care Homes; Warrington; Hybrid; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Real Living Wage

28 days annual leave (pro rata)

Paid DBS

Free parking

Ongoing training and development

Career progression through Dovehaven Training Academy

Uniform provided

Job summary

Dovehaven Care Homes in Warrington is seeking Care Assistants for day or night shifts. This rewarding role requires a compassionate approach towards residents' care, ensuring their comfort and wellbeing in a team-oriented setting.

You will have the opportunity to make a significant difference in the lives of up to 120 residents by providing person-centred care, either during the active day or the calm of the night. Roles are available on a flexible contract basis, with a focus on teamwork and support.

Qualifications

• Able to deliver personal care with dignity.
• Seeking candidates who support emotional wellbeing.
• Motivated to make a difference in residents' lives.

Responsibilities

• Help residents feel safe and cared for.
• Encourage independence while providing assistance.
• Work closely with your team for a safe environment.

Skills

Compassionate

Dependable

Team player

Independent working

Job description

* PLEASE NOTE WE DO NOT OFFER SPONSORSHIP

Care Assistant (Days OR Nights)

Callands Nursing Home, Warrington

22, 33 or 44 hour contracts available – 12 hour shifts 7‑7 on a rota basis with every other weekend availability required.

Looking for a rewarding role where flexibility and teamwork go hand in hand?

At Dovehaven, we don’t just fill shifts, we build teams people want to stay in.

Whether you thrive in the energy of the day or the calm focus of the night, this is a role where you’re trusted, supported, and genuinely valued.

Why People Choose This Role

• 12‑hour shifts = more full days off
• Real Living Wage, because your work matters
• Strong, supportive team on every shift
• Paid training before you start, not thrown in at the deep end
• A calmer, more focused environment on nights
• Clear routines, real responsibility, and time to care properly

A Role That Fits How You Work

Night shifts

are ideal if you prefer:

• A quieter, more structured pace
• Working closely with a small, trusted team
• Having the space to deliver thoughtful, person‑centred care
• Greater autonomy and responsibility

Day shifts

are ideal if you enjoy:

• A more social, active environment
• Building relationships with residents and families
• Supporting activities and daily routines

About Callands Care Home

Callands is a welcoming home in the heart of Warrington, offering tailored care across five smaller households, each designed to feel calm, personal, and familiar. We support up to 120 residents with a wide range of needs, offering personalised care in an environment where your loved one can feel safe, comfortable and understood.

To create a true sense of belonging and connection, our home is thoughtfully divided into five households, each named after a beautiful body of water from the Lake District.

Take a look at the home: Callands Care Home | Dementa | Nursing | Residential | Specialist | Warrington | Cheshire & Merseyside

What You’ll Be Doing

You’ll play a key role in helping residents feel safe, comfortable and cared for—day and night.

This includes:

• Personal care delivered with dignity
• Supporting emotional wellbeing
• Encouraging independence where possible
• Working closely with your team to maintain a safe environment

(Night roles also include light cleaning duties to support the home)

What Matters Most

We will train you to be the best carer you can be.

We’re looking for people who are:

• Calm, dependable, and compassionate
• Comfortable working independently (especially at night)
• Team players who support others
• Genuinely motivated to make a difference

What You’ll Get

• Real Living Wage
• 4 weekly pay
• 28 days annual leave (pro rata)
• Paid DBS
• Free parking
• Full induction before your first shift
• Ongoing training and development
• Career progression through Dovehaven Training Academy
• Uniform provided

Important Information

• Day and night shifts available
• Part‑time and full‑time contracts
• Every other weekend required
• No sponsorship available
• Enhanced DBS required

As part of our recruitment process you will be required to complete an Enhanced DBS check. Their code of conduct can be found on the following link that you can copy and post to your web browser if you wish to read:

https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/dbs-code-of-practice