Compassionate Care Assistant — Flexible Working

Bupa; Portishead; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

My Healthcare - 24/7 support and GP/te

Annual leave 28 days

Wagestream access to earned wages

Free meal on every shift

Sick pay scheme beyond SSP

Pension plans

Parental leave options

Job summary

Norewood Lodge Care Home, part of Bupa, is seeking a Care Assistant to join its team in Portishead. You will support residents with personal care, companionship, and activities, helping to maintain independence and wellbeing in a warm, resident-focused setting.

The role emphasizes excellent communication, teamwork, and adherence to care plans, with desirable prior care home experience or a Health and Social Care qualification. Competitive benefits apply.

Qualifications

• Motivation, positivity, and great interpersonal skills.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Desirable: Previous experience in a care home environment or a Health and Social Care qualification.

Responsibilities

• Support residents with a wide range of differing requirements from companionship to personal care.
• Observe and manage residents' behaviour with care and ensure to document and report any changes in accordance with the required legislation.
• Support residents' nutrition and hydration needs, encouraging and assisting them to eat and drink according to their care plan.
• Provide essential physical and mental stimulation through social and recreational activities, both in groups and individually.
• Maintain accurate care plans in line with regulatory & legal requirements.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Education

Health and Social Care qualification

Job description

Norewood Lodge Care Home, part of Bupa, is seeking a Care Assistant to join its team in Portishead. You will support residents with personal care, companionship, and activities, helping to maintain independence and wellbeing in a warm, resident-focused setting.

The role emphasizes excellent communication, teamwork, and adherence to care plans, with desirable prior care home experience or a Health and Social Care qualification. Competitive benefits apply.