Care Assistant (Days/Part time)

Aurem Care; Southampton; On-site; GBP 482,000 - 551,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly pay £12.71

Part-time role

27.85 hours per week

Day shifts

Bank contracts

On-site parking

Pension scheme

Life insurance

Free DBS check

Wagestream access

Employee Assistance Programme

Training platform Your Hippo

Apprenticeship opportunities

Annual salary review

Refer-a-Friend £750

Job summary

Aurem Care is seeking a dedicated Care Assistant to support residents in Southampton with dignity and independence. You will provide personal care and emotional support, build meaningful relationships, and assist with daily activities in a compassionate team environment.

Training is provided, and you will work across day shifts with part-time opportunities. Benefits include a pension, life insurance, on-site parking, DBS checks, and access to Wagestream and an Employee Assistance Programme.

Qualifications

• Be enthusiastic about providing outstanding care and support.
• Show compassion, empathy and respect for others.
• Have strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Be organised and able to prioritise tasks efficiently.
• Encourage residents to maintain interests, hobbies and social connections.
• Previous care experience is beneficial but not essential; full training will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Providing high-quality personal care and emotional support to residents.
• Building positive relationships and creating meaningful experiences for residents.
• Supporting residents with daily activities and individual needs.
• Maintaining accurate records using Nourish electronic care planning system.
• Working collaboratively as part of a dedicated care team.
• Demonstrating kindness, compassion and professionalism in all aspects of work.
• Undertaking additional duties as required to ensure smooth delivery of care services.

Skills

Compassion

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Organised

Prioritisation

Job description

• Day shifts available
• Bank contracts available
• Shift patterns:

South Haven Lodge 69-73 Portsmouth Road, Woolston, Southampton, Hampshire, SO19 9BE

About The Role

As a Care Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting our residents to maintain their dignity, independence, and quality of life.

Your Responsibilities Will Include

• Providing high-quality personal care and emotional support to residents.
• Building positive relationships and creating meaningful experiences for those in your care.
• Supporting residents with their daily activities and individual needs.
• Maintaining accurate records using our electronic care planning system, Nourish.
• Working collaboratively as part of a dedicated care team.
• Demonstrating kindness, compassion, and professionalism in all aspects of your work.
• Undertaking additional duties as required to ensure the smooth delivery of care services.

About You

• Are enthusiastic about providing outstanding care and support.
• Demonstrate compassion, empathy, and respect for others.
• Have strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Can work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Are organised and able to prioritise tasks efficiently.
• Encourage and support residents to maintain their interests, hobbies, and social connections.
• Previous care experience is beneficial but not essential, as full training and ongoing support will be provided.

What We Offer

In recognition of your dedication and hard work, we offer:

• Pay: £12.71 per hour
• Part-time opportunities available
• 27.85 hours per week
• Day shifts available
• Bank contracts available
• Shift patterns:
  • 8:00am – 8:00pm (Covering 2 days per week)
  • 8:00am – 14:00pm (Covering 1 day per week)
• 28 days annual leave including bank holidays (pro rata for part-time employees)
• Company pension scheme
• Life insurance
• Free DBS check (terms and conditions apply)
• Free on-site parking
• Wagestream – access to earned wages before payday
• Employee Assistance Programme offering healthcare and mental health support
• Comprehensive in-house training through our e-learning platform, Your Hippo
• Fully funded apprenticeship opportunities
• Annual salary review
• Refer-a-Friend scheme offering up to £750 per successful referral (terms and conditions apply)

Important Note

Aurem Care is not a sponsoring organisation. All applicants must already possess the right to work in the UK or be able to secure it independently.

Why Join Aurem Care?

Aurem Care is proud to have been recognised as one of the UK's Top 20 Care Home Groups by carehome.co.uk, reflecting our commitment to delivering outstanding care and support.

Our homes are built on a simple belief: people caring for people. We strive to create happy, welcoming environments where residents feel valued, respected, and at home.

Our Values Guide Everything We Do

Diversity

• Integrity
• Fun
• Commitment
• Connection

If these values resonate with you and you're ready to make a difference.