Care Assistant (Days) - Bank

Glenholme Healthcare Ltd; North Kelsey CP; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 19,000; Part time

Job summary

Glenholme Healthcare Ltd is recruiting for a Bank Care Assistant (Days) at Holdingham Grange in Sleaford. The role involves delivering high-quality dementia care, assisting with daily living activities, meals and medications, and providing companionship to residents.

This is a flexible bank position with hours varying and an Enhanced DBS requirement. You'll join a team focused on dignified, person-centred care in a setting that values empathy, professionalism, and strong communication.

Qualifications

• Experience in dementia care is desirable, but not essential.
• Caring, empathetic and friendly personality.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Willingness to learn and grow professionally.
• Flexibility to work varied shifts.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, person-centred care to residents, especially those living with dementia.
• Support daily living tasks including personal care, meals and medication.
• Engage residents in activities that enrich their quality of life.
• Provide companionship and emotional support to residents.
• Monitor and report changes in residents' wellbeing to the care team.
• Collaborate with family members and healthcare professionals.

Skills

Dementia care

Empathy

Communication

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Flexibility

Job description

Job Title: Care Assistant (Days) – Bank
Location: Glenholme Holdingham Grange, Sleaford, NG34 8YU
Salary: £13 per hour* – final rate discussed at interview
Contract Type: Bank (flexible hours – as and when required)

The Opportunity as a Bank Care Assistant
Do you have a big smile that can light up a room?
Are you someone who listens with heart, hearing a lifetime's worth of stories?
Can you think on your feet and maybe even enjoy a spontaneous dance?
Do you have patience and a sense of humour?

If you answered yes, then Holdingham Grange is ready to meet you. Working as a Care Assistant isn't always easy, but it will be one of the most rewarding jobs you'll ever have. Join our bank team and enjoy flexible hours while making a meaningful impact.

Your Role as a Care Assistant - Bank
As a Care Assistant, you'll be adaptable, compassionate, and committed to putting others first. Your responsibilities will include:

• Delivering high-quality person-centred care to individuals, especially those living with dementia
• Supporting daily living tasks including personal care, meals, and medication
• Engaging residents in activities that enrich their quality of life
• Providing companionship and emotional support
• Monitoring and reporting changes in residents' wellbeing
• Collaborating with family members and healthcare professionals

What You'll Need

• Experience in dementia care is desirable, but not essential – full training provided
• A caring, empathetic, and friendly personality
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• A willingness to learn and grow professionally
• Flexibility to work varied shifts based on service needs

Please note: This is a Bank position to provide flexible cover for absences, so working hours and days will vary. This role requires an Enhanced DBS check.

About Holdingham Grange
Rated as one of the top 20 care homes in East Midlands, Holdingham Grange is a premier care home nestled on the outskirts of the historic town of Sleaford, Lincolnshire, offering comprehensive residential, nursing, and dementia care.

About Glenholme
Glenholme Healthcare believes in promoting dignity, equality, diversity, and respect for our residents, their families, and every member of our team.

*T&Cs apply to all benefits.

Job Code: GHHOG1

*Please note the above quoted rates do not include a holiday compensation payment, which will show separately on your payslip