Care Assistant -Twilight Shift

Moat-House-Care-Home; Hinckley; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid DBS

Pension

Uniform provided

5.6 weeks annual leave

Training and progression

Job summary

Moat House Care Home in the Leicestershire area is seeking a Care Assistant to provide compassionate, person-centred care to residents. You will support with personal care, mobility, meals and daily living while following care plans and upholding dignity and choice.

Join a supportive team with ongoing training, a commitment to quality care and opportunities for career progression within a welcoming home environment.

Qualifications

• A caring, compassionate and respectful approach to elder care.
• Good communication, literacy and numeracy skills are required.
• Ability to work calmly in a busy environment as part of a team.
• Reliable, positive and professional attitude with a commitment to person‑centred care.
• Understanding of dignity, independence and confidentiality for residents.
• Knowledge of Health & Safety and infection control practices.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, person-centred care that promotes dignity and wellbeing.
• Support residents with personal care, mobility, nutrition and daily living.
• Follow individual care plans and monitor wellbeing, reporting changes promptly.
• Keep accurate care records and maintain a clean, safe environment.
• Encourage participation in activities and accompany residents to appointments and outings.

Skills

Caring and compassionate approach

Good communication

Literacy and numeracy

Calm working under pressure

Reliable and professional attitude

Confidentiality and dignity

Health & Safety knowledge

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care

Care Certificate (within 3 months)

Job description

Moat House Care Home is a modern residential, dementia, respite and day care home in Burbage, near Hinckley, Leicestershire. With award winning sensory gardens, five beautifully designed care suites and exceptional facilities, we provide a welcoming home where residents are encouraged to live life to the fullest.

Care Assistant Contract

• £12.85 per hour
• Twilight shift 4pm-9pm
• Paid DBS, pension and uniform provided
• 5.6 weeks annual leave (based on a full-time contract)
• Ongoing training, development and career progression within a supportive and rewarding care environment.

Role Overview

As Care Assistant, you will make a meaningful difference in residents' lives by delivering high-quality, person-centred care that promotes dignity, independence, choice and wellbeing.

You will support residents with personal care, mobility, nutrition, hydration and daily living, while following individual care plans and responding sensitively to their physical, emotional and social needs. You will monitor residents' wellbeing, promptly report any changes in condition and maintain accurate care records to support safe, consistent care.

Working as part of a supportive team, you will encourage residents to participate in activities, assist with meals, accompany them on appointments and outings where required, and help maintain a clean, safe and welcoming environment. You will follow Health & Safety, infection prevention and safeguarding procedures, ensuring residents remain at the heart of everything you do.
The successful candidate will be required to work alternate weekends.

What We Are Looking For

• A caring, compassionate and respectful approach with a genuine passion for supporting older people.
• Good communication, literacy and numeracy skills.
• Ability to work calmly in a busy environment and as part of a supportive team.
• A reliable, positive and professional attitude with a commitment to delivering person-centred care.
• Understanding of dignity, independence, equality and maintaining residents' confidentiality.
• Knowledge of Health & Safety, infection prevention and safe working practices.
• Previous care or care home experience is desirable but not essential, as full training will be provided.
• NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care is desirable, or a willingness to work towards this qualification. The Care Certificate must be completed within the first three months if not already achieved.

About us

Moat House Care Home is part of Care Concern Group, a family owned, market leading care provider with a strong and growing presence across the United Kingdom. We are committed to delivering high quality care and developing supportive, rewarding workplaces where our teams can thrive.

Our five core values Trust|Respect|Passion|Kindness|Inclusivity are at the heart of everything we do, shaping the care we deliver and the environments we create. If you share these values and want to build or develop your career in care, we would love to hear from you.

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