Care Assistant - Twilight shift

Care Concern Group; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 18,410,000 - 18,529,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid DBS

Pension

Uniform provided

Annual leave 5.6 weeks

Job summary

Harrier House Care Home, part of Care Concern Group, is seeking a dedicated Care Assistant to support residents with personal care, mobility and daily activities. You will follow care plans, monitor wellbeing and document changes to ensure safe, compassionate care.

You will work as part of a friendly team, assist with meals and outings, and ensure a clean, safe environment while adhering to safety and safeguarding policies. Alternate weekend work is required.

Qualifications

• Caring, compassionate and respectful approach.
• Good communication, literacy and numeracy skills.
• Ability to work calmly in a busy environment and as part of a team.
• Reliable, positive and professional attitude with commitment to person-centred care.
• Understanding of dignity, independence and confidentiality.
• Knowledge of Health & Safety, infection prevention and safe working practices.
• Full training provided; NVQ2/Care Certificate desirable or be working toward it.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, person-centred care for residents.
• Assist with personal care, mobility, nutrition and daily living.
• Follow individual care plans and monitor wellbeing; report changes.
• Maintain accurate care records for safe, consistent care.
• Support activities, meals and accompany residents to appointments.
• Maintain a clean, safe and welcoming environment; uphold safety procedures.

Skills

Caring

Communication skills

Teamwork

Reliability

Health & Safety awareness

Infection prevention

Safeguarding

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care

Care Certificate completion within 3 months

Job description

Harrier House Care Home is a modern residential, dementia, respite and day care home in Hucknall, Nottinghamshire. Home to six beautifully designed care suites and outstanding lifestyle facilities, we provide a supportive environment where residents can enjoy meaningful experiences every day.

Care Assistant Contract

• £12.85 per hour
• Contracted to 20 hours per week, 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

Harrier 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.