Compassionate Care Assistant - Weekday/Weekend Shifts

Quantum Care; Royston; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekend pay

Career development

In-house training

EAP 24/7

Pension scheme

DBS check & uniform

Retail discounts

Supportive workplace

Job summary

Quantum Care is seeking a Care Assistant for Melwood Grange Care Home in Royston. A 73-bed, purpose-built home offers a welcoming environment in Hertfordshire countryside. You will provide compassionate, person-centred care and support residents with dignity and respect to maintain independence.

The role is 30–35 hours per week with pay £12.96/hr on weekdays and £13.96/hr on weekends. Shifts are 7:30am–2:30pm or 2:30pm–9:30pm, including some weekends.

Qualifications

• Empathetic individual with good communication skills and willingness to learn.
• Ability to care for older people with compassion and respect.
• Induction training and ongoing development opportunities available.
• Willingness to work shifts including weekends, evenings and Bank Holidays.
• Aged 18 years or over.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care including washing, dressing, grooming and toileting, plus meals and hydration.
• Assist residents with daily activities to promote independence.
• Build positive relationships with residents, families and colleagues.
• Follow individual care plans and work as part of a team.
• Maintain high standards of person-centred care.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Teamwork

Independence support

Patient care

Job description

Quantum Care is seeking a Care Assistant for Melwood Grange Care Home in Royston. A 73-bed, purpose-built home offers a welcoming environment in Hertfordshire countryside. You will provide compassionate, person-centred care and support residents with dignity and respect to maintain independence.

The role is 30–35 hours per week with pay £12.96/hr on weekdays and £13.96/hr on weekends. Shifts are 7:30am–2:30pm or 2:30pm–9:30pm, including some weekends.