Care Assistant, ORWELL HOUSING ASSOCIATION

Guardian Jobs; Tendring; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

22 days annual leave (pro rata)

Bank holidays

Free DBS checks

Cashback Health plan

Blue Light Card

Orwell Academy training

Wellbeing programme

Job summary

Orwell Housing Association is seeking a dedicated Care Assistant for Beaumont House, Walton-on-the-Naze, to provide daily personal care, mobility support and meaningful social activities. You will work within an Extra Care service, contributing to compassionate, person-centred care plans and accurate documentation.

The role involves dementia and mental health support, safeguarding awareness, and collaboration to tailor care to each resident’s goals. DBS checks are provided and training available.

Qualifications

• Care experience in a social care or nursing setting.
• Experience supporting personal care, mobility and daily living activities.
• Awareness of safeguarding, and ability to follow care plans and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day support with personal care, mobility, social activities, eating/drinking, and medication.
• Develop positive, person-centred relationships and provide emotional support.
• Use clear communication, active listening and observation to document care plans.
• Support individuals with health needs including dementia, mental health, and end-of-life care.
• Uphold safeguarding practices and respond to concerns appropriately.
• Collaborate to develop person-centred care plans based on individual goals and preferences.

Skills

Personal care

Mobility support

Communication

Active listening

Observation

Care planning

Dementia care

End-of-life care

Mental health support

Education

QCF Level 2 Health and Social Care (desirable)

Care Certificate desirable

Tools

Full driving licence

Job description

Care Assistant - Beaumont House - Walton on the Naze

Salary: £12.83 per hour

(FTE £25,342.44 per annum)

Hours: Various hours available

Shifts: Shifts range from 07.00-14.30 or 14.30-22.00

Ref: BMH022

Ready for a role that brings purpose to each day?

We are looking for Care Assistant's to join our Extra Care service, Beaumont House.

Key responsibilities:

• Offering day‑to‑day support with personal care, mobility, social activities, eating and drinking, and medication.
• Forming positive, person‑centered relationships and providing compassionate emotional support when needed.
• Using clear communication, active listening and careful observation to ensure accurate care plan documentation.
• Assisting people with a range of health needs, including dementia, mental health challenges and end‑of‑life support.
• Maintaining awareness of safeguarding practices and responding appropriately to concerns.
• Working collaboratively to develop person‑centered care plans tailored to each individual's goals and preferences.

More About Beaumont House…

Beaumont House is located in Walton‑on‑the‑Naze on the former Martello Caravan Park, within a small historical coastal town known for its natural beauty, birdwatching spots and fascinating heritage. The service has free staff parking and regular bus services running through the area, with nearby stops that provide convenient routes into Clacton, Frinton and other nearby communities.

Follow the link for more information about our service! Beaumont House, Walton-on-the-Naze | Orwell Housing.

More benefits of joining #TeamOrwell:

• 22 days annual leave (pro rata) plus bank holidays (Please note that bank‑holiday work may be required as part of this role)
• Reward and recognition awards.
• Free DBS checks.
• Cashback Health plan.
• Access to Blue Light Card - membership fees apply.
• Ongoing training and development & opportunities to progress in your role through the Orwell Academy
• Wellbeing programme.

Person Specification...

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

Interview Date: To be confirmed

Before applying…

Orwell is committed to safeguarding and safer employment and the principles of empowerment.

Please note Orwell Housing Association does not provide visa sponsorship. You must be eligible to work in the UK to apply. You will be required to provide the relevant right to work documentation if successfully appointed to the role.

This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check with Adults' Barred List. All new arrivals to the UK must also provide a Statement of Good Conduct (SOGC).

The definition of new arrival is an applicant who has worked or been resident overseas in the previous five years and this includes citizens of the UK who have worked or lived overseas for a continuous period of six months or more.

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