Care Assistant- Family Friendly Hours

MPA Recruitment; Antrim; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Flexible hours

Pension scheme

Holiday fund

Refer a friend

Local shifts

Full training and development

Job summary

MPA Recruitment in Antrim is seeking compassionate, reliable Health Care Assistants to join a supportive, friendly and flexible workforce. Working under nursing staff in a care home, you will help with daily needs and ensure person-centred care.

This role offers family-friendly hours. We offer weekly pay, competitive hourly rates (13–£15.25 p/hr), full training, pension, holiday fund and ongoing development.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 months paid experience in a care setting within the last 5 years.
• NVQ Level 2 or equivalent in Health & Social Care (preferred).
• Right to work in the UK
• NISCC registration

Responsibilities

• Assist with personal care, including washing, dressing, toileting, and feeding.
• Support mobility and safe movement of patients around the facility
• Monitor and record vital signs such as temperature, pulse, and respiration
• Encourage independence by helping with daily tasks
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and the wider care team
• Provide emotional support and companionship
• Maintain cleanliness and safety in patient areas
• Assist with the preparation and serving of meals and refreshments
• Follow infection control procedures and safeguarding policies
• Accurately update patient records under supervision
• Support clinical tasks as trained and delegated

Skills

Compassionate

Reliable

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care

Job description

MPA are currently expanding our team and are seeking compassionate, reliable Health Care Assistants to join our supportive, friendly and flexible workforce. We are actively recruiting in the Antrim area for care assistants.

Job Description

As a Care Assistant, you will work under the guidance of nursing staff in a care home setting to assist patients with their daily needs, ensuring care is delivered safely, respectfully, and in a person-centred manner. This is a great opportunity for those seeking family friendly hours.

What We Offer

• Pay: 13-£15.25 p/hr
• Shift hours: 8-2pm, 7-1pm, 2-8pm, 1-7pm, 5-11pm
• Competitive hourly rates and shift enhancements
• Weekly pay
• Flexible, child-friendly hours
• Full training and ongoing professional development
• Pension scheme
• Holiday fund
• Support from our dedicated consultant team
• Local shifts to minimise travel
• Refer a friend scheme

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with personal care, including washing, dressing, toileting, and feeding
• Support mobility and safe movement of patients around the facility
• Monitor and record vital signs such as temperature, pulse, and respiration
• Encourage independence by helping with daily tasks
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and the wider care team
• Provide emotional support and companionship
• Maintain cleanliness and safety in patient areas
• Assist with the preparation and serving of meals and refreshments
• Follow infection control procedures and safeguarding policies
• Accurately update patient records under supervision
• Support clinical tasks as trained and delegated

Candidate Requirements

• Minimum of 6 months paid experience in a care setting within the last 5 years
• NVQ Level 2 or equivalent in Health & Social Care (preferred)
• A caring, empathetic, and patient approach
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• High levels of reliability and professionalism
• Right to work in the UK
• NISCC registration