Compassionate Care Assistant — NVQ & 20 Days Holiday

Universal Care Services; Downham Market; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holiday

Refer a Friend £400

Blue Light card discounts

DBS check

NVQ qualifications funded

Career development

Job summary

Universal Care Services is seeking dedicated Care Assistants to support residents in daily life, including meals, hydration, medication prompts, and mobility support. The role emphasizes companionship and empowering residents to participate in care decisions.

We welcome both experienced and new carers. A Disability Confident employer, we offer progression through care certificates and NVQ qualifications funded from day one. Right to work in the UK is required.

Qualifications

• Kind, caring and compassionate individuals.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Availability to work alternate weekends.
• Right to work in the UK – You must already be fully eligible to work in the UK.
• Experienced & non-experienced carers – everyone is welcome.

Responsibilities

• Supporting residents in all aspects of their daily life, including meal support, hydration, medication prompts and general household tasks within the home.
• Assisting residents with personal care.
• Providing companionship, comfort and emotional reassurance.
• Encouraging residents to take an active role in decisions about their care and daily activities.
• Recording and reporting care notes and observations accurately.
• Supporting residents with mobility, rehabilitation and confidence-building activities where appropriate.

Skills

Compassionate

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Weekend availability

Right to work UK

Job description

Universal Care Services is seeking dedicated Care Assistants to support residents in daily life, including meals, hydration, medication prompts, and mobility support. The role emphasizes companionship and empowering residents to participate in care decisions.

We welcome both experienced and new carers. A Disability Confident employer, we offer progression through care certificates and NVQ qualifications funded from day one. Right to work in the UK is required.