Residential Care Assistant - Dignified Support & Activities

5 Star Recruitment; Preston; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

5 Star Recruitment is seeking a Care Assistant (Residential) to support residents with personal care and daily activities in a calm, homely environment. You will help with dressing, bathing, feeding and mobility, while promoting independence and dignity for each resident.

The role involves working weekends and bank holidays, with day hours between 08:00 and 22:00. You will participate in care plans, liaise with health professionals, and contribute to a supportive team culture.

Qualifications

• Nursing-related qualifications or the ability to demonstrate competence in care tasks.
• Formal nursing qualifications and/or equivalent practical care training.
• Ability to work without close supervision in a residential setting.
• Commitment to equality and diversity and health and safety.

Responsibilities

• Carry out routine care tasks for residents, including personal care.
• Assist with washing, dressing, bathing and feeding as needed.
• Support social activities and help residents maintain contact with family.
• Assist with domestic duties and maintaining a clean, homely atmosphere.
• Escort residents within/right outside the establishment when required.
• Attend relevant training and work with care teams to meet individual plans.
• Assist with administration of medication where appropriate.

Education

City & Guilds in practical or home nursing

NVQ Level 2 in Direct Care

In-service course in Social Care

Preliminary course in Social Care

Job description

5 Star Recruitment is seeking a Care Assistant (Residential) to support residents with personal care and daily activities in a calm, homely environment. You will help with dressing, bathing, feeding and mobility, while promoting independence and dignity for each resident.

The role involves working weekends and bank holidays, with day hours between 08:00 and 22:00. You will participate in care plans, liaise with health professionals, and contribute to a supportive team culture.