Health Care Assistant

Proud to Care Devon; Okehampton; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A local care provider in Okehampton is seeking compassionate caregivers to support elderly residents. You will assist with daily routines, provide companionship, and record care details using basic computer skills. The role requires a caring instinct, patience, and commitment to preserving the dignity of those you care for. Full-time and part-time positions are available, along with comprehensive training and support.

Benefits

Paid breaks

Complementary meals

Enhanced pay on select holidays

Blue Light card eligibility

Full pension scheme enrollment

12 weeks induction programme

Access to career opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience caring for others or in elderly care, with an instinct to nurture.
• Comfortable engaging with residents and observing their needs.
• Willingness to learn and undertake training provided.

Responsibilities

• Support elderly individuals with daily routines and personal care.
• Engage with residents through companionship and communication.
• Use computers to record daily notes on care provided.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Patience

Compassion

Teamwork

Job description

You’ve Been Caring Your Whole Life – Why Not Make It a Career

Maybe you’ve raised your children and they’ve now flown the nest, but you still have that natural instinct to nurture and care for others. Maybe you’ve looked after a loved one before, like an elderly grandparent, or maybe you simply enjoy being there for people when they’re in need. That’s exactly the kind of person we’re looking for.

Caring Starts with Connection

Working in a care home means supporting elderly and vulnerable people in a variety of meaningful ways. Some residents simply value companionship—a warm smile, someone to share a cup of tea with, or sitting together to enjoy a meal at lunchtime. You might be a friendly face for a walk to the local shops, or just someone who brings comfort by being there throughout the day.

Personal Care that Respects Independence and Choice

Others may need more involved support with their daily routines, especially those living with a Dementia. This includes personal care – helping someone get dressed, supporting them with bathroom visits, encouraging and supporting with washing and bathing. These moments are just as important as a friendly conversation, and they’re always approached with patience, compassion and a focus on preserving each person’s dignity and independence.

Dementia can sometimes cause confusion, distress or changes in mood, which can be understandably difficult for the person experiencing them. With the right training, we’re able to offer calm, sensitive support during these moments, helping people feel safe, heard and respected, no matter what they’re going through.

Computer Skills

Basic computer skills are important in this role, but don’t worry—we’ll teach you everything you need to know. Part of your day will involve using a computer or tablet to record daily notes about the people you support. These records are a vital part of their care to ensure each person’s overall wellbeing is always at the heart of what we do. It’s not about writing long reports—it’s about observing the small details that make a big difference in someone’s day.

How we Support you

Hatherleigh Nursing Home is in the heart of the small town of Hatherleigh, very close to Okehampton and offers an ever-continuing support network which starts at application stage where we start with a phone call then video call to talk you through the job and what to expect when working in a care home. Then you have a 12 week induction programme, a buddy system so you are never alone, continuous learning and development through different forms of training and a welfare team who are available 24/7 via telephone – you really are never alone when working with us!

Benefits:

• Paid breaks
• Complementary meals
• Select Bank Holidays Qualify for Enhanced Pay
• Young workers (18+) are paid the same as those aged 25+
• Blue Light card eligibility (access to discounts at hundreds of hight street & online retailers)
• Free DBS
• Unlimited access to our Refer a Friend bonus voucher scheme – £50 each
• Full-time, part-time and bank hours offered
• Automatic enrolment on to our pension scheme
• CPD accredited training programme delivered by the home’s Care Academy
• NVQ part funded support
• 12 weeks induction programme with support from an assigned Mentor
• Career opportunities
• A 24/7 specialist welfare help line for guidance & support

If you would like to know more about working in care and the training and career path we can offer, then please apply today.

Does the job role include personal care?: Yes

Working Patterns:

You will be working 12 hour shifts - 3 times per week on a 36 hour contract. There will be weekend work but this will be every other weekend.