Heathcare Assistant

Healthcare Assistant - Days or Nights - AV1861

Full Time Residential Care Home

Location: AlfordHours: 36 hours per weekShift Pattern: 12-hour shifts• Days: 8:00am - 8:00pm• Nights: 8:00pm - 8:00amPay: £13.25 per hour? Paid breaks included

About the Service

We are recruiting a Healthcare Assistant to join a friendly and long-established residential care home, supporting up to 26 residents.

The home is owner-managed, who has owned and managed the service for over 18 years. Prior to this, worked as a Home Manager across a number of local services. Her long-term leadership provides stability, consistency, and a strong focus on high-quality, person-centred care.

The service is well regarded within the community and operates in line with CQC standards, offering residents a safe, warm, and supportive environment.

The Role

As a Healthcare Assistant, you will support residents with day-to-day care needs, promoting dignity, independence, and wellbeing. Whether working days or nights, you'll be an important part of a close-knit team delivering compassionate, high-quality care.

Key Responsibilities

• Providing personal care including washing, dressing, toileting, and mobility support
• Supporting residents' physical, emotional, and mental wellbeing
• Assisting with meals, hydration, and light household duties
• Overnight monitoring and comfort checks (night shifts)
• Maintaining accurate care records
• Promoting dignity, confidentiality, and person-centred care

Candidate Requirements

• Care home experience preferred
• A caring, professional, and reliable approach
• Strong communication skills and a team-focused attitude
• A genuine passion for supporting older people

What's on Offer

• £13.25 per hour
• Paid breaks
• Consistent 12-hour shifts
• Supportive, experienced management
• Long-term, stable role within an established home

How to Apply

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