Care Assistant

Care Concern Group; Wednesbury; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid DBS

Uniform provided

Group life assurance

Wagestream

Meal during shifts

GP Online

Discounts

Employee Assistance Programme

Learning and development

Career progression

Refer a Friend up to £1,000

Job summary

Dovedale Court Care Home, part of Care Concern Group, is seeking a Care Assistant at its Wednesbury site. You will help residents with daily living, delivering high-quality, person-centred care to preserve dignity and independence.

The role welcomes both experienced carers and newcomers, with full training, ongoing development and a comprehensive benefits package. Salary is £12.95–£13.45 per hour, contracted to 33 hours weekly.

Qualifications

• Caring, compassionate and respectful approach.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Reliable and positive attitude.
• Willingness to learn and develop.

Responsibilities

• Provide person-centred care, supporting dignity, independence and wellbeing.
• Assist with daily living activities including personal care, mobility and nutrition.
• Work as part of a supportive team to create a warm environment for Residents.

Skills

Caring attitude

Communication

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Education

NVQ Level 2 desirable

Job description

About Dovedale Court Care Home

Dovedale Court Care Home is a 76 bed care home located in Wednesbury, West Midlands. Providing nursing and residential dementia care, the home is a welcoming place where colleagues work together to make a real difference to the lives of Residents every day. With a strong focus on personalised care, meaningful activities and building genuine relationships, Dovedale Court offers a rewarding environment for those passionate about delivering kind, high quality care.

About Dovedale Court Care Home

Dovedale Court Care Home is a 76 bed care home located in Wednesbury, West Midlands. Providing nursing and residential dementia care, the home is a welcoming place where colleagues work together to make a real difference to the lives of Residents every day. With a strong focus on personalised care, meaningful activities and building genuine relationships, Dovedale Court offers a rewarding environment for those passionate about delivering kind, high quality care.

Care Assistant Contract

• £12.95-£13.45 per hour
• Contracted to 33 hours per week
• Paid 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
• 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

Dovedale Court 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.