Care Assistant

Nurse Seekers Ltd; Waverley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A supportive care home in the UK is seeking a dedicated Care Assistant to enhance the quality of life for residents. The role involves assisting with daily routines, encouraging social participation, and maintaining a clean environment. Candidates should be compassionate, reliable, and willing to grow in a supportive atmosphere. Benefits include competitive pay, training opportunities, and flexible working patterns.

Benefits

Competitive pay with enhancements

Flexible working patterns

Health & wellbeing programme

Discounted or free meals

Free on-site parking

Company pension

Qualifications

• Kind and patient demeanor committed to improving residents’ quality of life.
• Reliable and flexible with a strong team ethic.
• Willingness to undertake mandatory training and continuous development.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents during mealtimes and support dietary needs.
• Encourage participation in daily routines and social activities.
• Support residents with personal needs while maintaining dignity.
• Help keep the home clean and compliant with infection control standards.
• Collaborate with team members to deliver seamless support.
• Observe and report changes in residents’ conditions to senior staff.

Skills

Compassionate care

Teamwork

Reliability

Job description

Care Assistant

Pay: From £12.85 per hour Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent.

About the Role

Nurse Seekers are proud to be recruiting dedicated and compassionate Care Assistants on behalf of a warm and supportive care home providing exceptional, person-centred care.

This is a rewarding opportunity to become part of a close-knit, professional team supporting older adults in nursing, respite, and rehabilitation care.

As a Care Assistant, you will play a key role in promoting the wellbeing, dignity, and independence of residents. You will provide respectful, high-quality support across care, housekeeping, and dining services, ensuring every resident feels valued, comfortable, and at home.

Your duties will include:

• Assisting residents during mealtimes and supporting dietary needs.
• Encouraging participation in daily routines, social activities, and events.
• Supporting residents with personal needs respectfully, maintaining dignity at all times.
• Helping to keep the home clean, tidy, and compliant with infection control standards.
• Collaborating with care, kitchen, and housekeeping teams to deliver seamless support.
• Observing and reporting any changes in residents’ condition to senior staff.

You will also help to maintain a welcoming and inclusive environment, acting as a positive role model to colleagues and new team members alike.

What We’re Looking For

• Kind, patient, and genuinely committed to improving residents’ quality of life.
• Reliable and flexible, with a strong team ethic.
• Able to follow clear instructions and use their initiative when appropriate.
• Respectful of confidentiality, professional standards, and individual choice.
• Willing to undertake all mandatory training and ongoing development.
• Previous experience in care, hospitality, or domestic services is desirable but not essential, as full training will be provided.

Why Join This Role?

You will be joining a supportive environment that values every team member and is committed to your growth and wellbeing.

Benefits include:

Competitive pay with enhancements:

• Basic hourly rate: £12.85
• Weekend enhancement: +£2.50/hour
• Bank Holiday enhancement: +£7.00/hour
• Comprehensive induction and ongoing training
• Flexible working patterns to suit your needs
• Positive, supportive working culture
• Opportunities for progression and professional development
• Company events
• Company pension
• Discounted or free meals
• Free on-site parking
• Health & wellbeing programme
• Sick pay