Care Assistant – Extra Care, Flexible Shifts, Training

Orwell Housing Association; Tendring; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

22 days annual leave

Bank holidays included

Reward and recognition awards

Free DBS checks

Cashback Health plan

Blue Light Card access

Orwell Academy training

Job summary

Orwell Housing Association is seeking Care Assistants for Rosebank Park Extra Care Scheme in Harwich. You will support residents to live independently, promoting dignity, choice and wellbeing, with emphasis on person-centred care and building trusting relationships.

Key duties include personal care, mobility, nutrition, medication administration, and maintaining care records. The role requires empathy and reliability, assisting residents with diverse health needs including dementia and

Qualifications

• Care Certificate is desirable.
• QCF Level 2 in Health and Social care or equivalent, is desirable.
• Full driving licence is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Providing day-to-day support with personal care, mobility, nutrition and hydration, medication, and social activities.
• Building positive, person-centred relationships and offering compassionate emotional support when needed.
• Communicating effectively with customers, colleagues, and professionals, while maintaining accurate care records and documentation.
• Supporting individuals with a variety of health needs, including dementia, mental health conditions, and end-of-life care.
• Recognising and responding appropriately to safeguarding concerns, ensuring the safety and wellbeing of those in your care.
• Working collaboratively with customers, families, and colleagues to develop and deliver person-centred care plans that reflect individual needs, goals, and preferences.

Education

Care Certificate (desirable)

QCF Level 2 in Health and Social Care or equivalent (desirable)

Job description

Orwell Housing Association is seeking Care Assistants for Rosebank Park Extra Care Scheme in Harwich. You will support residents to live independently, promoting dignity, choice and wellbeing, with emphasis on person-centred care and building trusting relationships.

Key duties include personal care, mobility, nutrition, medication administration, and maintaining care records. The role requires empathy and reliability, assisting residents with diverse health needs including dementia and