Relief Care Assistant - Our Ladys

Macklin Care Homes | Care Home Group in Northern Ireland; Belfast; On-site; GBP 18,074 - 23,584; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

£500 induction fee

Comprehensive paid induction programme

Health and well-being initiatives

Job summary

Macklin Care Homes is seeking Relief Care Assistants for Our Lady's Care Home in Belfast. The role involves supporting nursing staff to provide personal and emotional care to residents, ensuring adherence to the Patient Charter of Rights.

Ideal candidates will have strong communication skills and a willingness to deliver high-quality resident care. Benefits include a £500 induction fee, flexible shifts, and health and well-being initiatives.

Closing date for applications is Tuesday, 30th June 2026.

Qualifications

• Ability to deliver care in a compassionate and respectful manner.
• Exceptional organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Good verbal and written English skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with daily living activities such as dressing and mobility.
• Deliver person-centred care to enhance residents’ quality of life.
• Maintain accurate records of care given.

Skills

Deliver high standard of resident care

Exceptional organisational skills

Effective communication and collaboration

Ability to work under pressure

Good command of written and spoken English

Education

Current NVQ in care

Job description

Job Description

Relief Care Assistants required at Our Lady's Care Home, Belfast. This vital role supports nursing staff in providing personal, social, emotional, and physical care to residents, following the Patient Charter of Rights and Nursing Home Minimum Standards.

Location

Our Ladys Home, 68 Ard Na Va Road, Belfast.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with daily living activities such as dressing, bathing, eating and mobility.
• Deliver excellent quality, person-centred care to all residents.
• Enrich residents’ lives through the delivery of activities.
• Update and maintain accurate care records.
• Support the nursing team with compliance policies and procedures.
• Provide flexible one-to-one care as and when required.

Ideal Candidate

• Ability to deliver a high standard of resident care.
• Exceptional organisational skills.
• Communicate and collaborate cooperatively with other staff members.
• Work under pressure and use own initiative.
• High standard of personal presentation and attention to detail.
• Good verbal and written English.
• Eligible to work in the UK.

Required Criteria

• Communicate with the elderly.
• Work set hours, flexible to meet organisation needs.
• Good command of written and spoken English.
• Be in good general medical health.

Desired Criteria

• Current NVQ in care.
• Knowledge of the Elderly Patients Charter of Rights.
• Experience in a caring background or setting.
• Experience moving and handling patients.

Benefits

• £500 induction fee, paid in two stages (£250 after 6 months, £250 after 12 months).
• Family‑valued award‑winning team.
• Comprehensive paid induction programme.
• Wide variety of training.
• Career development opportunities.Flexible shifts.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Discounted rates at Malone Hotel, Belfast.
• Health and well‑being initiatives, including team‑building.
• Free car parking and uniform.
• Incentives for employee referrals.

Equal Opportunities Statement

Macklin Care Homes is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

Other Information

1. Contact recruitment team at [e-mail] for recruitment-related enquiries.

Closing Information

Closing Date: Tuesday 30th June 2026

Contract Type: fulltime

Salary: From £13.12 Hourly to £17.12 Hourly