Compassionate Care Assistant — Make a Real Difference

Highgate Care; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 19,000; Part time

Job summary

Highgate Care in Doncaster is seeking a Care Assistant for Cantley Grange. This permanent BANK role offers a warm, person-centred environment focused on respecting residents' dignity and individuality.

You will support with daily living activities, monitor wellbeing, and help residents engage in hobbies and social activities. A flexible, empathetic approach to care is essential, including some evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

• Experience in a care setting is a bonus and valued for fitting in with our values.

Responsibilities

• Support residents with washing, toileting, dressing, and daily living tasks.
• Assist residents with physical, emotional, and spiritual care while maintaining their comfort and dignity.
• Help residents with limited mobility using available aids.
• Monitor residents who may be confused or have behavioural changes.
• Assist in continence promotion and end-of-life care where needed.
• Record care planning notes and daily activities as required by policy.
• Support social activities and engage residents in hobbies and events in the home.
• Respond to nurse calls, doors, and phone messages promptly.
• Report on residents' wellbeing under supervision of senior staff.
• Carry out regular welfare checks and help visitors with refreshments.

Skills

Warm, approachable personality

Organised

Team player

Creativity

Patience with older residents

Flexibility for evenings and weekends

Job description

Highgate Care in Doncaster is seeking a Care Assistant for Cantley Grange. This permanent BANK role offers a warm, person-centred environment focused on respecting residents' dignity and individuality.

You will support with daily living activities, monitor wellbeing, and help residents engage in hobbies and social activities. A flexible, empathetic approach to care is essential, including some evenings and weekends.