Care Assistant (Days)

Allegra Care; Weston-super-Mare; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Allegra Care Limited is seeking a dedicated Healthcare Assistant (Care Companion) for day shifts at St Georges Nursing Home in Weston-super-Mare. This permanent role offers a friendly home-style setting under Allegra Care's household model, focused on meaningful daily living.

You will work closely with residents, offering personal care, companionship and support to maintain independence in a warm, home-like environment. Training and team support are highlighted in this role.

Qualifications

• Has experience working in residential care.
• Is genuinely passionate about providing kind, person-centred care.
• Treats people with dignity, respect and compassion.
• Communicates well with residents and colleagues.
• Is comfortable using basic IT systems.
• Enjoys working as part of a supportive team.
• Takes pride in making a positive difference to people's lives.

Responsibilities

• Support residents with their everyday needs and personal care.
• Provide encouragement and companionship while helping residents maintain independence.
• Get to know residents as individuals and help create a warm, welcoming atmosphere.

Skills

Residential care experience

Job description

Healthcare Assistant (Care Companion) – Days

Please note, sponsorship is currently not available for this role.

£13.20 per hour. 36 hours per week. Permanent days

Looking for a care role where you have time to care, build relationships and feel part of a genuinely supportive team?

At St Georges Nursing Home, we do things differently.

We follow Allegra Care's household model, creating warm, family-style homes where residents feel safe, valued and truly at home. Our Care Companions do more than provide care – they build relationships, share everyday moments and help residents enjoy a fulfilling, meaningful life.

If you're an experienced Care Assistant who takes pride in doing things properly, we'd love to welcome you to our team.

Why join St Georges?

• A home, not just a care setting. Our household approach puts residents, relationships and everyday life at the heart of care.
• A team that cares. Join a close-knit team where colleagues support one another and share a genuine commitment to residents.
• More time to care. Our advanced care technology helps reduce unnecessary administration, allowing you to focus on what matters most – people.
• A rewarding role. Make a real difference to residents' independence, dignity, wellbeing and enjoyment of everyday life.
• Room to grow. Excellent training and opportunities to develop your skills and career.

About The Role

We're looking for an experienced Care Assistant to join our team as a Care Companion.

You’ll support residents with their everyday needs, providing personal care, encouragement and companionship while helping them maintain their independence and enjoy life in their own home.

You’ll get to know residents as individuals, build meaningful relationships and help create the warm, welcoming atmosphere that makes St Georges special.

Your shifts

• 36 hours per week
• Permanent day shifts
• Early shifts: 7.30am–1.30pm
• Late shifts: 1.30pm–7.30pm
• Long days: 7.30am–7.30pm
• Alternate weekends

We can discuss shift patterns and flexibility at interview. Availability to work a mixture of shifts would be an advantage.

About You

You’ll be someone who:

• Has experience working in residential care
• Is genuinely passionate about providing kind, person-centred care
• Treats people with dignity, respect and compassion
• Communicates well with residents and colleagues
• Is comfortable using basic IT systems
• Enjoys working as part of a supportive team
• Takes pride in making a positive difference to people's lives

Ready to make a difference?

If you want to work somewhere your contribution matters, where relationships are valued and where you're part of a team that genuinely cares, we'd love to hear from you.

Important – Right to work in the UK

Please note that sponsorship, sponsorship transfers or sponsorship swaps are not available for this position. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK and will be required to provide evidence of their work authorisation during the recruitment process.

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