Care Assistant DAYS

Harbour Healthcare; Whitehaven; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Full paid training

Career progression

Supportive team culture

Flexible shifts

Recognition events

Job summary

Harbour Healthcare is seeking a care assistant for Harbour View Lodge, Whitehaven. This full-time role supports residents with daily routines, personal care, meals, and companionship, in a compassionate, respectful environment.

No prior care experience is required; full training is provided. A friendly team, flexible shifts, and development opportunities are offered to help you grow in a meaningful care career.

Qualifications

• Care experience is not required; full training provided.
• Strong communication and empathy are essential.
• Willingness to learn and adapt in a care setting.
• Team player with a positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Support people with daily routines.
• Assist with personal care with dignity and respect.
• Prepare meals and share meaningful moments.
• Provide companionship and emotional support.
• Be the reason someone smiles today.

Skills

Compassion

Reliability

Good communication

Willingness to learn

Job description

Location: Harbour View Lodge Whitehaven CA28 6HA

Pay: £13.27 per hour

Hours: FULL TIME

Are you the kind of person who remembers how someone takes their tea?

Do you believe a 5-minute chat can brighten someone’s whole day?

Can you bring compassion, reliability, and maybe a great playlist?

If you said YES… we want to meet you.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Supporting people with daily routines
• Helping with personal care (with dignity and respect)
• Preparing meals and sharing meaningful moments
• Providing companionship and emotional support
• Being the reason someone smiles today

What We’re Looking For

You don’t need years of experience — you need the right heart.

We’d love you to have:

• Kindness that can’t be taught
• Reliability and a strong sense of responsibility
• Good communication skills
• A willingness to learn (full training provided!)
• A driving licence (if required for community role)

Care experience is great — but not essential. We hire for attitude and train for skill.

What You’ll Get

• Competitive pay
• Full paid training & development opportunities
• Career progression pathways
• Supportive, friendly team culture
• Staff recognition, rewards & appreciation events
• Flexible shifts that fit around your life

Why Work in Care in 2026?

In a world full of screens and automation, real human connection matters more than ever. Care assistants are everyday heroes — and the demand for compassionate professionals continues to grow.

This is a career with purpose, stability, and heart.

Ready to Make a Difference?

Apply today and start a role where every shift matters.

Be someone’s reason to feel safe, valued and heard.

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