Care Assistant DAYS & NIGHTS

Harbour Healthcare; Whitehaven; On-site; GBP 17,908 - 20,664; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Full paid training

Career development opportunities

Career progression pathways

Staff recognition events

Flexible shifts

Job summary

Harbour Healthcare in Whitehaven is seeking a compassionate Care Assistant to support residents across day and night shifts. You’ll help with daily routines, personal care, meals, and provide companionship, contributing to a warm, respectful living environment.

No prior care experience is required beyond having the right heart; full training is provided, and you’ll join a supportive team with flexible shifts to fit your life and development opportunities within the organisation.

Qualifications

• 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).

Responsibilities

• 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

Skills

Kindness

Reliability

Communication

Willingness to learn

Driving licence

Job description

Care Assistant -DAY & NIGHT SHIFTS AVAILABLE- Its More Than a Job, It’s a Calling

Location: Harbour View Lodge Whitehaven CA28 6HA

Pay: £13.27 per hour

Hours:33/44

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

No two days are the same — and that’s the beauty of it.

You’ll be:

• 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

This isn’t just care work. It’s life-changing work.

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

Because caring for others means we care for you too.

• 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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