Care Assistant

Responsibilities

• Visit village and community customers daily to follow personal care plans
• Provide personal care including washing, bathing, dressing, and continence care
• Assist with mealtimes, preparing drinks, and administering medication
• Support day-to-day tasks such as laundry, vacuuming, ironing, and cooking
• Encourage customer independence through fitness support and health awareness programmes
• Support customers with medical appointments and prescription collection
• Maintain accurate electronic daily logs and follow medication instructions
• Liaise with family members and ensure compliance with safeguarding policies

Requirements

• Good level of written and oral English
• Ability to use a mobile app for scheduling and communication
• Ability to prioritize and manage time effectively
• High standard of personal presentation and hygiene
• Driving licence and access to a vehicle preferred
• Ability to work adaptably to meet different customer requirements

Benefits

• Flexible working hours
• 45p per mile travel reimbursement
• Comprehensive training programme including NVQ Level 2/3 funding
• Company pension scheme with 5% contribution
• 28 days holiday (inclusive of bank holidays)
• 50% discount on food and drinks at nationwide restaurants
• Staff rates for guest suites at luxury villages
• Healthcare Cash Plan Scheme and employee discount portal access