Compassionate Care Assistant – Evening & Weekend Role

Marton Care Homes; Hexham; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Friendly workplace

Training & progression

Meaningful impact

Close-knit team

Job summary

Marton Care Homes is seeking a compassionate Care Assistant for Dene Grange in Hexham, Northumberland. This permanent, full-time position (38.5 hours per week, includes alternate weekends) focuses on supporting residents with daily living while upholding dignity and a person-centred approach.

Join a family-run team committed to meaningful, enriching experiences for residents and a warm, welcoming home environment. Sponsorship is not available at this time.

Responsibilities

• Support/assist residents with washing, toileting, dressing, and daily living tasks.
• Assist with physical, emotional and spiritual care while maintaining dignity.
• Help residents with limited mobility using appropriate aids.
• Monitor residents who may be confused or have behavioural issues.
• Promote continence and assist with personal care.
• Assist residents who are dying or have progressive illness, including last offices.
• Record care planning notes and daily records per policies.
• Support social activities and hobbies within the home.
• Answer nurse call system, door and telephone, and pass messages promptly.
• Report wellbeing observations to senior care staff.
• Carry out regular checks on residents as directed.
• Welcome visitors and provide refreshments/assistance.
• Make and change beds; keep rooms clean and tidy; manage waste disposal.
• Maintain and clean equipment used by residents (wheelchairs, hearing aids, etc.).
• Record participation and feedback to ensure meaningful engagement.

Job description

Marton Care Homes is seeking a compassionate Care Assistant for Dene Grange in Hexham, Northumberland. This permanent, full-time position (38.5 hours per week, includes alternate weekends) focuses on supporting residents with daily living while upholding dignity and a person-centred approach.

Join a family-run team committed to meaningful, enriching experiences for residents and a warm, welcoming home environment. Sponsorship is not available at this time.