Care Assistant Full Time Days

Prime Life; Kingston upon Hull; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking passionate care professionals to join their team as Day Care Assistants. This full-time role offers regular hours and a supportive environment, focusing on enhancing the quality of life for residents with varying needs. Candidates will assist with personal care, promote independence, and engage in a multi-disciplinary team. With opportunities for career progression and a variety of benefits, this position is perfect for those looking to make a meaningful difference in the community. If you have a caring nature and a desire to help others, this role is for you!

Benefits

Regular work hours with set shifts

Fully funded DBS check

Comprehensive Holiday Pay

Refer a Friend scheme

Access to Blue Light Card discounts

Qualifications

• Genuine caring nature and desire to positively impact residents' lives.
• Understanding of individual abilities and respectful support.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with personal hygiene and bedtime routines.
• Conduct routine welfare checks to ensure safety and well-being.
• Support residents with dining to maintain good nutrition.

Skills

Caring Nature

Patience

Communication Skills

Education

Experience as a Care Assistant

Job description

Prime Life are on the lookout for passionate and dedicated care professionals to join our friendly team as a Day Care Assistant, on a full-time basis. We currently have several vacancies and are eager to meet candidates for interviews soon.

This role is based at Loran House Care Home in Hull. The home is designed to meet the needs of 46 residents with various age-related, physical, and mental health conditions, requiring respectful and supportive care. It offers a unique reablement service within the community, supporting individuals with short-term respite care post-hospital discharge to ensure a safe and supported return home. Candidates should be patient, understanding, and respectful of residents’ individual needs to promote independence.

Benefits of becoming our Day Care Assistant:

• Regular work hours with set shifts from 8am to 8pm, across a 7-day week, ensuring a good work-life balance
• Hourly pay ranging from £12.45 to £12.80, depending on qualification level
• Opportunities for learning and career progression with our dedicated Quality Matters team
• Fully funded DBS check
• Comprehensive Holiday Pay scheme rewarding your commitment
• Refer a Friend scheme offering up to £250 per successful referral
• Access to Blue Light Card discounts for emergency services, NHS, social care, and armed forces personnel

Responsibilities of our Day Care Assistant include:

• Assisting residents with personal hygiene and bedtime routines
• Conducting routine welfare checks to ensure safety and well-being
• Supporting residents with dining to maintain good nutrition and hydration
• Encouraging safe mobility with aids and equipment
• Providing companionship and friendship to residents
• Maintaining accurate records and documentation
• Engaging with a multi-disciplinary team to promote residents’ health and well-being
• Welcoming and assisting family members with inquiries

What we’re looking for in our Day Care Assistant:

A genuine caring nature and a desire to make a positive impact on residents’ lives are essential. Prior experience as a Care Assistant or Support Worker is desirable but not required, as full training is provided. Our residents often have age-related, health, mental health, or physical disabilities, requiring respectful and patient support. Candidates should be understanding of individual abilities.

If you believe you have the skills and motivation to join us as a Day Care Assistant, please click ‘apply’ today. We look forward to hearing from you!