Health Care Assistant

Perfect Communications; Colchester; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading charity organization is seeking a Health Care Assistant to support older residents in a residential care home. The ideal candidate will be empathetic and flexible, committed to enhancing the well-being of those in their care. Enjoy a rewarding opportunity to make a difference daily, with a variety of benefits and progression opportunities.

Benefits

Learning and development opportunities

Paid breaks

Retail discount schemes

Health cash plans for you and your family

Group Pension Plan with 6% employer contribution

Uniforms provided

Free DBS checks

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months experience in a care home environment.
• Respectful, self-motivated individual.
• Willing to assist residents and keep care records.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with personal care and meal preparation.
• Provide companionship and keep care records up to date.
• Enable residents to lead fulfilled lives.

Skills

Empathy

Flexibility

Teamwork

Education

Care Certificate or Level 2 NVQ in Health and Social Care

Job description

Full Time up to 36 hours per week, day shifts

Days plus some weekends and bank holidays

You must hold either The Care Certificate or a minimum of Level 2 NVQ in Health and Social Care.

Friends of the Elderly (FotE) is a not-for-profit charity dedicated to providing excellent care with a family feel. We have been supporting older people for over 120 years. The charity provides care home and day care services for older people, as well as grants for those in financial difficulty.

Set in the picturesque Essex village of Copford, near Colchester, NewCopfordPlace is a purpose-built residential care home staffed by a committed and enthusiastic team.

Joining us as a Health Care Assistant, you will help our residents with tasks including:

• Personal care
• Companionship
• Meal preparation
• Mobility
• Keeping care records up to date

We are looking for a candidate with at least 6 months of experience in a care home environment. Empathetic, respectful, self-motivated, and flexible, you should be a team player willing to go the extra mile to enable our residents to lead fulfilled lives.

We seek someone passionate about care, who sees this role as an opportunity to build strong relationships with residents and help them live well in later life by putting them at the heart of everything you do.

This isn't just a job; it's about making a difference in older people's lives every day.

In return, you can enjoy a range of benefits including:

• Learning, development, and progression opportunities
• Paid breaks
• Monthly prize draw with 3 prizes
• Wellbeing support through various initiatives including an employee assistance programme
• Retail discount schemes
• Access to loans at affordable rates, salary savings, and advance pay
• Health cash plans for you and your family
• Cycle to work scheme
• Long service awards that increase with tenure
• Refer a friend bonus of £200
• Group Pension Plan with 6% employer contribution
• Free parking at our locations
• Enhanced pay for evenings, weekends, bank holidays, and overtime
• Uniforms provided
• Free DBS checks

Safeguarding

Keeping everyone safe is a core value at Friends of the Elderly. All staff follow our Safeguarding Policy & Procedures, and are required to report any suspected abuse immediately.

Criminal Record Checks

This role involves regulated activity; successful applicants will undergo an enhanced DBS check, including barred list checks. Employment is contingent on a satisfactory outcome. Having a criminal record does not necessarily disqualify you, as it depends on the circumstances.

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

We strive to treat all staff equally and foster a diverse, inclusive workplace where everyone can be themselves and appreciate each other's differences. We aim to attract and retain the best people—those who care and can make a difference.

We currently do not provide sponsorship but welcome applications from those with the right to work in the UK.

Apply soon, as we may close the vacancy early if we fill the position. We interview applicants as they apply.