Compassionate Elder Care Assistant — Grow with Us

Hampshire County Council; Fareham; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee assistance programme

Job summary

Hampshire County Council is seeking Care Assistants to support older adults in their homes and care settings. You will help with daily living, ensure comfort and safety, and deliver person-centred care tailored to each resident’s needs.

Weekend and bank holiday work is expected, with enhancements in line with policy. Right to work in the UK is required; sponsorship is not offered. Applications are reviewed within two weeks of the closing date.

Qualifications

• Experience in social care isn’t essential; values and motivation matter.
• Willingness to work weekends and bank holidays.
• Ability to deliver person-centred care.

Responsibilities

• Support daily living: assist with daily activities, ensuring residents’ comfort, wellbeing and safety.
• Provide person-centred care: tailor care planning to meet each resident’s needs.
• Promote independence: encourage personal care choices and support self-care.
• Build relationships: establish supportive connections with residents, families, and colleagues.

Skills

Passion and dedication

Empathy and compassion

Respect and patience

Communication skills

Team player

Problem-solving skills

Job description

Hampshire County Council is seeking Care Assistants to support older adults in their homes and care settings. You will help with daily living, ensure comfort and safety, and deliver person-centred care tailored to each resident’s needs.

Weekend and bank holiday work is expected, with enhancements in line with policy. Right to work in the UK is required; sponsorship is not offered. Applications are reviewed within two weeks of the closing date.