Compassionate Elder Care Assistant - Flexible Hours

St Martins Care; Thornaby-on-Tees; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

St Martins Care in Thornaby-on-Tees is recruiting a Care Assistant for Woodside Grange Care Home. The role offers flexible hours with alternate weekends and the chance to make a real difference by delivering person-centred care to residents.

You will follow care plans, support daily tasks such as bathing and meals, and work with a friendly team to maintain residents’ wellbeing and connection with the community. The position is part-time with a competitive hourly rate.

Qualifications

• Good English (written and verbal).
• Proficient in maintaining care plans and care records in line with service policy.
• Communication skills to build rapport with residents and inform colleagues, management, and professionals about their needs.
• Ability to assist residents with daily tasks by following their care plan (e.g., bathing, eating, dressing).

Responsibilities

• Ensure residents are at the heart of care delivery, respecting their wishes and preferences to enhance their wellbeing.
• Contribute to the efficient running of the service.
• Support residents to maintain relationships and connections with their local community.
• Follow care plans and other supporting information regarding residents.
• Inform the Senior Care Assistant/Nurse of any changes in a residents needs.
• Promote and safeguard the welfare of those being supported.

Skills

Good English

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Care tasks assistance

Job description

St Martins Care in Thornaby-on-Tees is recruiting a Care Assistant for Woodside Grange Care Home. The role offers flexible hours with alternate weekends and the chance to make a real difference by delivering person-centred care to residents.

You will follow care plans, support daily tasks such as bathing and meals, and work with a friendly team to maintain residents’ wellbeing and connection with the community. The position is part-time with a competitive hourly rate.