Compassionate Care Assistant — Flexible Hours, Growth

St Martins Care Ltd; North East; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation

Paid time off

Performance bonuses

Paid sick days

Pension

Flexible schedule

Employee development

Free parking

Referral bonus

Annual raise

Profit sharing

Recognition programs

Career progression

Job summary

St Martins Care Ltd is recruiting a Care Assistant to support a busy care home with flexible hours and alternate weekends. You will help residents with daily tasks and follow personalized care plans to promote wellbeing and safety.

The role emphasizes compassionate, person-centred care, teamwork with colleagues, and adherence to regulatory standards. Training and development are encouraged within a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Good English (written and verbal).
• Proficient written skills to maintain care plans and care records in line with service policy.
• Communication skills to build rapport with residents, communicate effectively with them, and inform colleagues, management, and professionals about their needs.
• Problem-solving skills to adapt to and address situations quickly, develop solutions, and recognise/report situations requiring protection.
• Ability to assist residents with daily tasks by following their care plan, this may include bathing, eating, dressing, grooming, and using the bathroom.

Responsibilities

• Ensure that residents are at the heart of care delivery, respecting their wishes and preferences to enhance their wellbeing.
• Contribute to the efficient running of the service.
• Support residents to maintain relationships and connections with their local community.
• Follow care plans and other supporting information regarding residents.
• Inform the Senior Care Assistant/Nurse of any changes in a residents needs.
• Promote and safeguard the welfare of those being supported.

Skills

Good English

Care plan documentation

Communication skills

Problem solving

Daily living tasks

Job description

St Martins Care Ltd is recruiting a Care Assistant to support a busy care home with flexible hours and alternate weekends. You will help residents with daily tasks and follow personalized care plans to promote wellbeing and safety.

The role emphasizes compassionate, person-centred care, teamwork with colleagues, and adherence to regulatory standards. Training and development are encouraged within a supportive environment.