Care Assistant Worker

Elite Hire; Bristol; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Elite Hire is seeking kind, reliable Care Assistants to help residents in their homes. You will assist with personal care, meals, hydration and companionship, while keeping records and following safeguarding protocols.

No experience is required as full training is provided; an enhanced DBS check can be arranged. Shifts include weekends, and a caring, patient English speaker with good communication is ideal for working across Bristol and surrounding areas.

Qualifications

• No previous care experience required; full training provided.
• Enhanced DBS check required (we can arrange).
• Able to work shifts, including some weekends.
• Good spoken English and clear communication.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with personal care such as washing, dressing and mobility.
• Support residents at mealtimes and with hydration.
• Provide companionship and encourage activities.
• Observe changes in health or wellbeing and report them.

Skills

Caring

Patience

Communication skills

English (spoken)

Education

Health and Social Care Diploma (Level 2/3)

Job description

About the role

Our Client provides [residential / home] care for older adults and people living with dementia. We need kind, reliable Care Assistants to help our residents live safe, comfortable and dignified lives.

What you will do

• Help residents with personal care, including washing, dressing and mobility
• Support residents at mealtimes and with hydration
• Spend time with residents, encourage activities and offer companionship
• Observe and report changes in health or wellbeing
• Keep accurate care records
• Follow safeguarding, infection control and health and safety procedures

What you need

• A caring, patient and reliable nature
• Good communication skills and spoken English
• Willingness to work shifts, including some weekends
• An enhanced DBS check (we can arrange this)
• No experience needed; full training provided

Nice to have

• Previous care experience
• Level 2 or 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care
• A full UK driving licence (for home care roles)