Care Assistant

Job summary

Care Assistant Care and Support - Ashlea Court Care Home

Contract: Full Time Salary: £12.70 Per Hour

Shift Type: Days & Nights Available

Contracted hours: Full Time

Oaklea Dementia Care Unit, part of Ashlea Court Care Home, is a dedicated specialist service supporting up to 26 residents in a warm, structured, and homely environment designed specifically for people living with dementia. This is a unique opportunity to work in a service focused entirely on specialist dementia care, where you can develop your skills and make a real difference every day.

What We Offer

• £12.70 per hour
• Contracted to 44 hours per week
• Paid PVG, Uniform provided, Onsite parking
• 5.6 weeks annual leave (based on a full-time contract)
• Pension scheme

What You Will Do
As a Care Assistant at Oaklea, you will provide person-centred care that supports each resident’s dignity, comfort, and wellbeing. You will assist residents with personal care, mobility, nutrition, and hydration, working in a respectful and enabling way. Using calm and reassuring communication, you will build trust and support residents’ emotional wellbeing, helping to reduce any distress. You will observe and report any changes in residents’ physical or emotional health to the nursing team, ensuring care is responsive and safe. Working closely with colleagues, you will maintain a structured and dementia-friendly environment that feels secure, familiar, and supportive. You will also encourage residents to take part in meaningful daily routines and activities that bring purpose, joy, and connection.

Who We’re Looking For
We are seeking a compassionate, reliable, and motivated individual who is passionate about supporting people living with dementia. Previous experience in a care home or hospital is welcomed but not essential. A positive attitude towards training and personal development is important, and SVQ/NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care is preferred or you should be willing to work towards it. You will thrive as part of a close-knit, supportive team, collaborating with nurses, families, and fellow carers.

Training & Development
You will be supported with a comprehensive dementia care development programme, hands-on mentoring, and opportunities to progress into senior roles, such as Senior Care Assistant or Team Leader, as your confidence and skills grow.

About Us
Oaklea Dementia Care Unit is part of Care Concern Group, a family-owned, market-leading provider with over 100 homes across the UK. We are committed to delivering high-quality, specialist care and creating supportive workplaces where teams can grow and flourish.

Our five core values — Trust, Respect, Passion, Kindness, Inclusivity — guide everything we do. These values underpin every interaction, from the smallest task to the most complex care. If you share these principles, Oaklea is a place where you can belong and truly make a difference.