Care Assistant

Job summary

Care Assistants – Day and Night Staff Required
 

At The Old Rectory, we take pride in providing exceptional, person-centred care in a warm, welcoming, and supportive environment. We are currently looking for dedicated and compassionate Care Assistants to join our friendly team, with opportunities available for both day and night staff. This is a rewarding opportunity to work as part of a close-knit and professional team, supporting older adults receiving nursing, respite, and rehabilitation care.

Please note: sponsorship is not available for this role. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK.

About the Role
As a Care Assistant, you will play an important role in promoting the wellbeing, dignity, comfort, and independence of our residents. You will provide respectful, high-quality support across care, housekeeping, and dining services, helping to ensure that every resident feels valued, safe, and at home.

Your duties will include:

• Supporting residents with personal care needs while maintaining dignity and respect at all times.
• Assisting residents during mealtimes and supporting individual dietary needs.
• Encouraging participation in daily routines, social activities, and events.
• Helping to maintain a clean, tidy, and safe environment in line with infection control standards.
• Working closely with care, kitchen, housekeeping, and nursing teams to provide seamless support.
• Observing and reporting any changes in residents’ wellbeing or condition to senior staff.
• Contributing to a warm, inclusive, and positive atmosphere within the home.

What We’re Looking For

We are looking for individuals who are:

• Kind, patient, and genuinely committed to improving residents’ quality of life.
• Reliable, flexible, and able to work as part of a team.
• Respectful of confidentiality, professional standards, and individual choice.
• Able to follow clear instructions and use initiative where appropriate.
• Willing to complete mandatory training and continue developing their skills.

We offer:
? Competitive pay with enhancements
? Comprehensive induction and ongoing training
? Flexible working patterns
? Day and night shift opportunities
? A positive and supportive working culture
? Opportunities for progression and professional development