Compassionate Care Assistant — Growth & Benefits

Orchard Care Homes Ltd.; Greasbrough; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Colleague discounts

Making a Difference award

Long Service Awards

Employee assistance programme

Pension scheme

DBS check

Job summary

Orchard Healthcare Group is seeking a Care Assistant at Cherry Trees Care Home to support residents with daily needs, delivering compassionate, person-centred care. You will act as a key worker for a group of residents, help with daily living activities, and contribute to a positive team culture.

The role offers a supportive environment, progression opportunities, DBS clearance, and pension benefits as part of the package.

Qualifications

• Warm, empathetic, and genuinely passionate about care.
• Committed to person-centred support.
• Excellent communicators and team players.
• Willing to learn and grow professionally.
• Respectful of privacy, dignity, and independence.

Responsibilities

• Delivering personal care such as washing, dressing, toileting, and oral hygiene
• Supporting residents in meaningful activities, leisure outings, and appointments
• Serving meals and refreshments with warmth and courtesy
• Maintaining a clean, pleasant, and welcoming environment
• Observing and reporting changes in residents’ physical or emotional wellbeing
• Acting as a key worker for a group of residents, ensuring care is tailored to their individual preferences
• Supporting new team members and contributing to a positive team culture

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Job description

Orchard Healthcare Group is seeking a Care Assistant at Cherry Trees Care Home to support residents with daily needs, delivering compassionate, person-centred care. You will act as a key worker for a group of residents, help with daily living activities, and contribute to a positive team culture.

The role offers a supportive environment, progression opportunities, DBS clearance, and pension benefits as part of the package.