Compassionate Care Assistant - Flexible Bank Shifts

Harbour Healthcare; Whitehaven; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Training & development

Career progression

Team culture

Rewards & recognition

Flexible shifts

Job summary

Harbour Healthcare in Whitehaven is seeking a Care Assistant for flexible bank shifts at Harbour View Lodge. You will support residents with daily routines, assist with personal care, and help prepare meals while ensuring dignity and respect.

This role focuses on companionship and meaningful interaction to improve residents' wellbeing. Full training is provided; a driving licence may be required for community roles.

Qualifications

• Kindness that can't be taught.
• Reliability and a strong sense of responsibility.
• Good communication skills.
• A willingness to learn (full training provided!).
• A driving licence (if required for community role).
• Care experience is great - but not essential; we hire for attitude and train for skill.

Responsibilities

• Supporting people with daily routines.
• Helping with personal care with dignity and respect.
• Preparing meals and sharing meaningful moments.
• Providing companionship and emotional support.
• Being the reason someone smiles today.

Skills

Kindness

Reliability

Good communication

Willingness to learn

Driving licence

Attitude & trainability

Job description

Harbour Healthcare in Whitehaven is seeking a Care Assistant for flexible bank shifts at Harbour View Lodge. You will support residents with daily routines, assist with personal care, and help prepare meals while ensuring dignity and respect.

This role focuses on companionship and meaningful interaction to improve residents' wellbeing. Full training is provided; a driving licence may be required for community roles.