Care Assistant - Relief
Hutchinson Care
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Job summary
Hutchinson Care Homes in Antrim is seeking a Care Assistant to support residents with personal care, provide companionship and maintain care plans. You will work under supervision with the Home Manager/Deputy Manager and collaborate with health care professionals to deliver high-quality care.
Training and development opportunities are offered within a supportive team. The role requires compassion, reliability, and flexibility to work across homes.
Qualifications
- Compassionate and caring disposition.
- Excellent observation skills and initiative.
- At least 1 year experience working in healthcare.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to work under pressure and adapt to residents’ needs.
- Team player with a reliable and professional approach.
- Punctual, well-presented, and trustworthy.
- Physically fit to meet the demands of the role.
Responsibilities
- Assist residents with personal care including dressing, washing and eating.
- Provide company to residents.
- Provide information to family members regarding care plans.
- Follow infection control, safeguarding, and health & safety procedures.
- Report accidents, incidents, or concerns immediately to management.
- Maintain confidentiality at all times.
- Be flexible to work across different care homes within the group.
- Maintaining up-to-date care records and liaising with staff nurse/manager.
- Record health, wellbeing or behaviour changes and report promptly.
- Attend mandatory training, staff meetings and supervisions.
- Promote Hutchinson Care Homes’ values in all aspects of work.
- You may be required to work in other homes at short notice.
Skills
Education
Job description
Antrim Care Home is part of Hutchinson Care Homes, one of Northern Ireland’s leading care providers. The home delivers high‑quality residential and nursing care supported by a skilled, experienced, and compassionate team. We are committed to maintaining safe, effective, and person‑centred services, ensuring every resident receives the dignity, respect, and support they deserve. Our focus on continuous improvement, staff development, and strong clinical governance underpins the high standards of care provided within the home
To provide safe, compassionate, and high-quality care for our residents, ensuring dignity, respect, and independence are maintained at all times while working in line with Hutchinson Care Homes’ policies and procedures.
- Assisting residents with personal care which includes getting dressed, washing and eating
- Provide company to the Residents.
- Provide information to family member regarding care plans in a professional manner
- Follow all infection control, safeguarding, and health & safety procedures.
- Report accidents, incidents, or concerns immediately to management.
- Maintain confidentiality at all times.
- Be flexible to work across different care homes within the group when required.
- Ensuring the needs and wishes of the residents are met
- Administer medication under supervision
- Working with other health care professionals to provide a high stand of care
- Attend all necessary training when instructed
- Participate in any other duties detailed by management that may be considered relevant
- Report and record any breaks or damages to your Manager/or Deputy Manager
- Demonstrate a positive attitude when carrying out duties and be willing to put in an extra effort if an unexpected situation arrives
- To attend staff meetings as and when required
- Always maintain confidentiality
- You may be required to work in other homes in the business at short notice to assist with staffing levels
- Keep Residents Care records up to date and inform the staff nurse, Home Manager/Deputy Manager of any changes
- Keep accurate, timely, and legible records of residents’ care and medical needs
- Involvement with resident Care plans and keeping records up to date, accurate, meticulous and legible
- Report any changes in residents’ health, wellbeing, or behaviour to the Nurse/Manager promptly
- Record and report any damages or maintenance issues.
- Ability to work effectively within a team
- Organised and trustworthy
- Pride in your work
- Physically fit to carry out cleaning duties
- Ability to take instruction
- Punctual and Reliable
- Clean and Tidy appearance
- Flexible approach to work including change of working patterns to suit the Care Home
- Work effectively as part of a team, supporting colleagues as required.
- Attend mandatory training, staff meetings, and supervisions.
- Demonstrate a positive, proactive attitude and willingness to go the extra mile.
- Promote Hutchinson Care Homes’ values in all aspects of work.
- Compassionate and caring disposition
- Excellent observation skills and initiative
- At least 1 year experience working in healthcare
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to work under pressure and adapt to residents’ needs.
- Team player with a reliable and professional approach
- Punctual, well-presented, and trustworthy
- Physically fit to meet the demands of the role
- Enthusiastic and Professional
- Demonstrate a positive attitude when carrying out your duties and be willing to put in an extra effort if an unexpected situation arrives
- NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health & Social Care (or willingness to work towards).
- Knowledge of dementia care and person-centred practices
- Previous experience assisting with medication
- Flexibility to work a variety of shifts including evenings, weekends, and bank holidays.
- Competitive rate of pay
- Training package from start date
- Onsite Training
- Private health insurance after 3 years
- Pension
- Free Parking
- Free uniform
- Support during studies and progression in career opportunities
Hutchinson Care Homes is a family-owned provider of high-quality nursing and residential care across Northern Ireland. Founded on the values of caring, integrity, and safety, we offer a nurturing environment where residents are treated with dignity and respect. Our services include specialized nursing care, dementia care, residential living, respite stays and day care, all delivered by compassionate, professional staff. We are committed to providing a safe and comfortable home where every resident feels valued and can enjoy a fulfilling lifestyle.
Hutchinson Care Homes fosters a culture of compassion, integrity, and respect. We prioritise the well‑being of both our residents and staff, creating a supportive environment built on teamwork and open communication. Our team members are dedicated professionals who embody our core values, providing not just care but a genuine sense of companionship and family. As a Gold Accredited Investors in People Employer, we truly believe in continuous learning and development and empowering our staff to deliver the highest standard of care. This commitment to a positive and nurturing culture ensures a safe, happy, and fulfilling workplace for our team and a loving home for our residents.
Hutchinson Care Homes offers its employees a comprehensive benefits package designed to support their professional development, health, and financial well‑being. This includes extremely competitive pay, a company pension scheme, and a health cover plan*.
To support career growth, the company provides paid training and access to NVQ opportunities. Employees also receive practical benefits like a free uniform and free parking. As an employer with Investors in People Gold Accreditation, Hutchinson Care Homes is committed to rewarding its staff and creating a positive work environment.
Health insurance, Vacation, Paid time off, Retirement plan and/or pension, Employee discounts, Gym membership or wellness programs, A diversity program, Referral bonus, Competitive salary, Long service recognition, Wellbeing Scheme
£12.82 per hour
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