Compassionate Care Assistant – One-to-One Home Support

Housing Diversity Network; Town of Walton (NY); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

22 days annual leave

Free DBS checks

Cashback Health plan

Blue Light Card access

Orwell Academy training & wellbeing

Job summary

Orwell Housing seeks a dedicated Care Assistant for Beaumont House in Walton-on-the-Naze. You will provide one‑to‑one personal care, mobility support and companionship, while working within a warm, supportive team to deliver person‑centred care.

Role involves monitoring wellbeing, supporting medication, and contributing to tailored care plans with safeguarding at the forefront. DBS checks are required and training is ongoing.

Qualifications

• Care experience or willingness to learn in a person-centred role.
• QCF Level 2 Health and Social Care or equivalent is advantageous.
• Care Certificate desirable.

Responsibilities

• Offer day‑to‑day support with personal care, mobility and eating/drinking.
• Support social activities and medication administration as needed.
• Build positive, person‑centred relationships and provide emotional support.
• Document care plans with clear communication, active listening and observation.
• Assist with safeguarding awareness and respond to concerns appropriately.
• Collaborate to develop tailored care plans based on individual goals.

Skills

Care giving

Patient care

Communication

Observation

Safeguarding

Teamwork

Education

QCF Level 2 Health and Social Care

Care Certificate desirable

Job description

Orwell Housing seeks a dedicated Care Assistant for Beaumont House in Walton-on-the-Naze. You will provide one‑to‑one personal care, mobility support and companionship, while working within a warm, supportive team to deliver person‑centred care.

Role involves monitoring wellbeing, supporting medication, and contributing to tailored care plans with safeguarding at the forefront. DBS checks are required and training is ongoing.