Care Assistant

Westwood Lodge Care Home; Wigan; Presencial; GBP 12.000 - 15.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Paid Enhanced DBS

Uniform provided

Group life assurance cover

Wagestream - access to earned pay

Meal during shifts

Descripción de la vacante

Westwood Lodge Care Home in Wigan is seeking a dedicated Care Assistant to support residents with daily living, mobility and nutrition. The role helps maintain dignity and independence in a warm, person-centred environment.

You will work as part of a friendly team, with full training and ongoing development. The role is offered on a full-time basis with contracted hours of 33 or 44 per week, including day and night shifts.

Formación

• Caring, compassionate and respectful approach.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Willingness to learn and develop; previous experience is beneficial but not essential.

Responsabilidades

• Assist residents with daily living including personal care, mobility and nutrition.
• Support emotional wellbeing and dignity of residents.
• Follow care plans and monitor changes in residents' condition.
• Work within a supportive team to deliver high-quality care.

Conocimientos

Caring

Compassionate

Communication

Teamwork

Reliability

Willingness to learn

Experience helpful

Descripción del empleo

Care and Support - Westwood Lodge Care Home

Contract: Full Time

Shift Type: Days & Nights Available

Contracted hours: 33 or 44

About Westwood Lodge Care Home
Westwood Lodge Care Home is a 76 bed, purpose built care home located in a peaceful residential area of Wigan, Greater Manchester, providing nursing and palliative care. With comfortable living spaces, welcoming lounges and a large enclosed garden, the home offers a warm and supportive environment where Residents can feel truly at home. Our friendly and dedicated team works together to deliver high quality, person centred care, helping Residents feel valued, respected and supported every day.

Care Assistant Contract

• Contracted to 33 or 44 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
• [SVQ/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

About Care Concern Group

Westwood Lodge 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.