Care Assistant (Day)

TN United Kingdom; Abingdon; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player in care services is seeking compassionate Care Assistants to join their dedicated team. This role focuses on providing high-quality support to residents, ensuring their physical and emotional needs are met. With a commitment to staff development and flexible working arrangements, this position offers a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in people's lives. Join a forward-thinking organization that values individuality and promotes a positive environment for both staff and residents. If you are passionate about care and ready to embark on a fulfilling career, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Simply Health

Early Pay

Benefits platform

Discount on Tastecard

Free criminal record checks

Pension Scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Training support

Employee Assistance Programme

Discounted gym membership

Qualifications

• Organized and flexible with shift work.
• Great communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care activities including washing and dressing.
• Assist residents with meals and ensure their well-being.

Skills

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Flexibility

Education

No formal education required

Job description

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We are only able to accept applicants who have the right to work in the UK and live within a commutable distance to the location of the job role.

At Maria Mallaband Care Group, it’s our people who make us great, and we pride ourselves on how well we work together as a team.

Working with us will result in some excellent rewards & benefits including:

• Simply Health – company funded, providing cashback for prescriptions, optical and dental costs, 24/7 virtual GP access, plus more for you and up to 4 children*
• Early Pay – Access to earned pay prior to payday
• Benefits platform – discounts across multiple retailers, leisure providers, hospitality, etc.
• An exclusive discount on Tastecard - dine out with up to 50% off the total food bill
• Free criminal record checks
• Pension Scheme with Nest
• Cycle to work scheme**
• Service recognition
• Training support and development opportunities
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Discounted gym membership

*Benefits require completion of a 12-week probationary period before they can be accessed.

**Benefit subject to deduction not taking colleague below National Living Wage

The fact you’re here makes us think you’re exactly the type of person who is passionate about care. Just as importantly, you’re ready to put the happiness and well-being of the people who live with us at the heart of everything you do.

What’s more, we’ve now adopted a flexible working approach to all our roles, as many of our people prefer part-time contracts. That means you’ll have as much flexibility as you need to fit your role around your other commitments. All you need to do is tell us the hours you want to work, and we’ll do our best to make it happen.

About the role

As a Care Assistant/Carer on our team, you’ll care for our residents like they’re your own family. It’s all about looking after their physical, psychological, and social needs, and day-to-day you’ll help with personal care activities such as washing, personal hygiene, dressing, and assisting with meals. All to make sure we remain the best quality, most highly regarded Care Provider in the United Kingdom.

About you

We provide full training, so we’d also love to hear from you regardless of your background. It’s just as important that you’re organized, have great communication skills, and that you’re flexible enough to work shifts. We also believe in giving you a great career pathway, so maybe your next step might be Nurse Associate, and we are committed to supporting you on your journey.

About us

We’re among the UK’s largest independent care providers, employing thousands of staff in over 80 homes across the country.

Investment in new technology and services is key to our reputation for high-quality care provision, as is our commitment to staff training programmes and our emphasis on progressive career paths.

Our vision is to be the best quality, most highly regarded Care Provider in the United Kingdom, and an employer of choice for care workers.

We truly understand…

That people are unique — this means everyone we care for is one of a kind, so we surround ourselves with their stories and celebrate their individuality.

The importance of passion — it fills every one of us, fuels our devotion for the people we care for, and makes our homes happier.

That honesty is everything — no one wants to think about the time when a loved one needs care, but we’ll be here to help when that time comes.

That happiness comes with openness — we proactively support new friendships, new discoveries, and better ways of living as our residents enter the next chapter in their lives.