Compassionate Care Assistant — Meaningful Work & Growth

Bridge Oak Care Homes; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Bridge Oak Care Homes in Sheffield is hiring a dedicated Care Assistant at April Park Care Home to support residents with daily living, personal care and companionship, ensuring comfort and dignity.

You’ll work as part of a compassionate team, follow care plans, document observations, and help create a warm, safe home where every resident feels valued.

Experience in care helps but a positive attitude and strong values are essential; flexible evenings and weekends required.

Qualifications

• Warm, approachable and positive attitude.
• Organised, reliable and a team player.
• Creative and able to motivate others.
• Passionate about improving the lives of older people.
• Able to work evenings and weekends.
• Previous care experience is a bonus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Support residents with daily living activities such as washing, dressing and toileting.
• Assist with physical, emotional and spiritual care while maintaining dignity.
• Support residents with mobility challenges and use aids effectively.
• Monitor residents for confusion or behavioural changes and report.
• Record daily care notes and follow care plans.
• Support social activities and hobbies within the Home.
• Answer nurse calls, doors, and phone promptly.
• Work under supervision of senior staff and assist with rounds.

Skills

Warm personality

Organised

Team player

Creativity

People-focused care

Flexible availability

Job description

Bridge Oak Care Homes in Sheffield is hiring a dedicated Care Assistant at April Park Care Home to support residents with daily living, personal care and companionship, ensuring comfort and dignity.

You’ll work as part of a compassionate team, follow care plans, document observations, and help create a warm, safe home where every resident feels valued.

Experience in care helps but a positive attitude and strong values are essential; flexible evenings and weekends required.