Compassionate Care Assistant – Elderly Home, Exeter

Stonehaven Care Group; Exeter; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

Stonehaven Care Group's The Lilacs in Exeter is seeking a Care Assistant to work 48 hours per week on site. You will support residents with daily living activities, follow care plans, and contribute to a warm, person-centred home environment.

You should be reliable, have good communication, and a compassionate, patient approach. Experience in care is desirable but not essential; right to work in the UK is required. Rate of pay is £13.17–£13.42 per hour.

Qualifications

• Experience in a care home or hospital desirable but not essential.
• Strong organisational and multitasking skills under pressure.
• Good communication with residents and colleagues.
• Compassionate, patient, and caring approach to older people.
• Ability to stand for long periods and perform cleaning tasks.

Responsibilities

• Promote and maintain a person-centred care approach for all residents and follow care plans.
• Participate in review or update of care plans and risk assessments when required.
• Follow the company policies, procedures and safe working practices.
• Assist residents with dressing, bathing, toileting and mobility needs.
• Care for residents who are unwell or dying and support activities to promote wellbeing.
• Maintain cleanliness, set tables, serve meals and help with feeding as needed.
• Read/write reports and take part in meetings and training activities.
• Other duties as reasonably required and contribute to team spirit.

Skills

Care experience

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Compassionate

Flexibility

Physical stamina

Job description

Stonehaven Care Group's The Lilacs in Exeter is seeking a Care Assistant to work 48 hours per week on site. You will support residents with daily living activities, follow care plans, and contribute to a warm, person-centred home environment.

You should be reliable, have good communication, and a compassionate, patient approach. Experience in care is desirable but not essential; right to work in the UK is required. Rate of pay is £13.17–£13.42 per hour.