Compassionate Care Assistant — Dementia & Wellbeing

Strong Life Care; Norwich; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Full time

Job summary

Strong Life Care in Norwich is seeking a dedicated Care Assistant to support residents with high standards of care across clinical, dementia, and relationship-centered care. You will work under the nurse supervision to ensure compassionate, person-centered support tailored to each resident’s needs.

The role emphasises teamwork, safety, and ongoing engagement with residents, including mealtimes and activities, while complying with infection control policies and company procedures.

Qualifications

• Experience in care home environment preferred.
• Strong written, verbal and non‑verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge of dementia care is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide and assist with all aspects of care in the home.
• Deliver care with continuous assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation.
• Assist nurses with care and safety of residents.
• Support mealtimes and meals suitable for residents.
• Report care issues to nurses and update care plans as needed.
• Engage residents in conversations and activities to promote dignity.
• Maintain infection control and safe working practices.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Dementia care knowledge

Education

QCF Diploma Level 2 / NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care

Job description

Strong Life Care in Norwich is seeking a dedicated Care Assistant to support residents with high standards of care across clinical, dementia, and relationship-centered care. You will work under the nurse supervision to ensure compassionate, person-centered support tailored to each resident’s needs.

The role emphasises teamwork, safety, and ongoing engagement with residents, including mealtimes and activities, while complying with infection control policies and company procedures.