Relief Care Assistant – Compassionate, Flexible Roles

Hutchinson Care; Antrim; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Training from start date

Onsite Training

Private health insurance after 3 years

Pension

Free Parking

Free uniform

Support during studies and progression

Job summary

Antrim Care Home, part of Hutchinson Care Homes, is seeking a Care Assistant - Relief to join our dedicated team. We provide high-quality residential and nursing care with a focus on dignity, respect and person-centred support.

You will assist residents with personal care, provide companionship, support care plans, and follow infection control and health & safety procedures. You may work across homes in the group as required. A compassionate disposition and good communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Compassionate and caring disposition.
• Excellent observation skills and initiative.
• At least 1 year experience working in healthcare.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and adapt to residents’ needs.
• Team player with a reliable and professional approach.
• Punctual, well-presented, and trustworthy.
• Physically fit to meet the demands of the role.

Responsibilities

• Assisting residents with personal care including dressing, washing and eating.
• Provide company to residents.
• Follow infection control, safeguarding and health & safety procedures.
• Report accidents, incidents or concerns to management.
• Administer medication under supervision.
• Attend staff meetings and mandatory training.
• Work across different care homes within the group when required.

Skills

Compassionate

Observation

Interpersonal skills

Team player

Punctual and reliable

Physically fit

Education

NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health & Social Care

Job description

Antrim Care Home, part of Hutchinson Care Homes, is seeking a Care Assistant - Relief to join our dedicated team. We provide high-quality residential and nursing care with a focus on dignity, respect and person-centred support.

You will assist residents with personal care, provide companionship, support care plans, and follow infection control and health & safety procedures. You may work across homes in the group as required. A compassionate disposition and good communication are essential.