Peripatetic Care Assistant

SeeMeHired.com; Belfast City; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Training & development

Flexible across multiple homes

Job summary

Spa Nursing Group is seeking a Peripatetic Care Assistant to deliver person-centred care across multiple homes. This full-time role covers 33 hours weekly with shifts from 7:45am to 8pm, with some half shifts as needed.

You will support residents with personal care, meals and routines, while traveling between sites using a vehicle. Candidates should be 18+, eligible to work in the UK, and committed to safe, compassionate care.

Qualifications

• 1 year’s previous work experience providing care in a similar environment.
• A valid driving licence and access to a vehicle to travel between locations.
• Eligibility to live and work in the UK and be 18+ at start.
• Medical fitness to carry out physical requirements of the role.
• Willing to obtain business insurance.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate, person-centred care to residents.
• Assist with personal care, meals and daily routines.
• Work across multiple homes within the group.

Skills

Compassion

Understanding

Positivity

Communication

Teamwork

Learning mindset

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care

Job description

Peripatetic Care Assistant (Full Time)

About Us

For over twenty years, we have taken great pride in providing exceptional care to our residents. Each person in our homes is valued as an individual and we are committed to fostering a warm, supportive and inclusive community where everyone feels cherished and respected.

A career in care is one of the most rewarding paths you can take. Whether you're an experienced professional or just starting out, we believe that compassion, understanding and positivity are not only the key traits we look for in our team—but also the values we live by in supporting our employees.

We are proud of our outstanding team and passionate about developing our people. As an Opening Doors employer with Business in the Community Northern Ireland, we are committed to making our workplaces more inclusive and connecting untapped talent through underrepresented groups. We encourage continuous learning through training, external development opportunities and financial support for further education.

About the role

About the Role

This role is for Day duty for 33 hours per week. Shifts will mainly be from 7:45am - 8pm but some half shifts may be required.

As a Peripatetic Care Assistant, you will play a vital role in ensuring the well-being and dignity of our residents across multiple homes in our group. This flexible role requires you to work in any of our care homes, supporting teams in locations that range from 20 to 65 residents and offering care services including residential, frail elderly, interim and dementia care.

Working alongside dedicated multi-disciplinary teams, you will provide compassionate, person-centred care, assisting with personal care, mealtimes, daily routines and meaningful activities. Your adaptability and commitment will contribute to creating safe, comfortable, and enriching environments where residents can thrive.

About You

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds who are passionate about delivering high-quality care. The most important qualities we look for are:

• Compassion, understanding and positivity in supporting others.
• 1 years’ previous work experience providing care in a similar environment.
• A valid driving licence and access to a vehicle to travel between locations.
• A commitment to treating people with dignity and respect.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• A proactive approach to learning and professional development.
• Due to the nature of the role, candidates must be aged 18 or over upon commencement of the role.
• Eligibility to live and work in the UK.
• Medical fitness to carry out physical requirements of the role.
• Be willing to obtain business insurance.

While we particularly welcome candidates with the following quality it is not essential:

• A qualification equivalent to an NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care.

What We Offer

• A welcoming and inclusive workplace where your contributions are valued.
• Competitive salary of £16 per hour (paid weekly).
• Training and development opportunities to help you grow in your career.
• Supportive leadership and a team that cares about your well-being.
• The opportunity to work flexibly across multiple homes, gaining varied experience.

Additional Information

Interviews may take place via video call.

This role involves substantial access to vulnerable adults. The successful candidate will be offered the position subject to a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure Check through Access NI. Regulated posts will also require a check of the adult barred list.

Spa Nursing Group is an equal opportunities employer. We wholeheartedly support Equality and Diversity in employment and oppose all forms of unlawful or unfair discrimination.

About the company

Spa Nursing Home Group provides compassionate, person-centered care across a network of residential and nursing homes. Guided by our values of compassion, understanding and positivity we support older adults and individuals with complex needs to live with dignity and joy. Our specialist branch, Town & Country Care Homes, offers tailored support for people with learning disabilities, ensuring every individual thrives in a safe and nurturing environment.

Required Criteria

• Compassion, understanding and positivity in supporting others.
• 1 years’ previous work experience providing care in a similar environment.
• A valid driving licence and access to a vehicle to travel between locations.
• A commitment to treating people with dignity and respect.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• A proactive approach to learning and professional development.
• Due to the nature of the role, candidates must be aged 18 or over upon commencement of the role.
• Eligibility to live and work in the UK.
• Medical fitness to carry out physical requirements of the role.Be willing to obtain business insurance.

Desired Criteria

• A qualification equivalent to an NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care.

Skills you'll need