Compassionate Care Assistant — Career Growth & Benefits

Orchard Care Homes Ltd.; Houghton-le-Spring; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development

Colleague discounts

Recognition schemes

Employee assistance programme

Pension scheme

DBS check

Job summary

Orchard Care Homes Ltd. is seeking a caring Care Assistant to support residents at Paddock Stile Manor in Newbottle, near Houghton-le-Spring. You will help with daily living tasks, hygiene, meals, mobility and social activities, always showing dignity and respect.

The role offers full and part-time hours, ongoing training, DBS checks, and a supportive team environment focused on development and compassionate care for older adults.

Qualifications

• Warmth and genuine care for residents.
• Ability to work as part of a team to meet individual needs.
• Excellent communication with residents, families and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Deliver personal care including washing, dressing and oral hygiene.
• Support residents in daily activities and appointments.
• Serve meals with warmth and respect and maintain a clean environment.
• Observe changes in wellbeing and report to the team.
• Act as a key worker for a group of residents with tailored care.

Skills

Empathy

Patient-care

Teamwork

Communication

Flexibility

Job description

Orchard Care Homes Ltd. is seeking a caring Care Assistant to support residents at Paddock Stile Manor in Newbottle, near Houghton-le-Spring. You will help with daily living tasks, hygiene, meals, mobility and social activities, always showing dignity and respect.

The role offers full and part-time hours, ongoing training, DBS checks, and a supportive team environment focused on development and compassionate care for older adults.