Care Assistant

Care Assistant

Location: Handley House Care Home, Handley House, Green Lane, Clifton, York
Job Type: Permanent, Full-time (38.5 hours per week, including alternate weekends and occasional evenings)
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Sponsorship: Not currently available

Join Handley House Care Home - Making Every Day Matter

At Handley House Care Home, we are committed to providing high-quality, person-centred care in a warm, welcoming, and homely environment. We believe that every resident deserves to be treated with dignity, respect, and compassion, and we work together as a team to ensure their physical, emotional, and social wellbeing is supported every day.

We are looking for a caring, compassionate, and dedicated Care Assistant to join our team. Whether you are experienced in care or looking to begin a rewarding career in the sector, we are seeking individuals who share our values and are passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of older people.

The Role

As a Care Assistant, you will play an essential role in supporting residents with their daily lives while promoting independence, choice, and dignity. You will build meaningful relationships with residents and their families, ensuring every individual feels valued, respected, and cared for.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and support, including assistance with washing, dressing, toileting, grooming, and mobility.
• Support residents with their physical, emotional, social, and spiritual wellbeing.
• Assist residents with eating and drinking where required, encouraging independence whenever possible.
• Monitor and support residents with mobility needs, ensuring the safe use of equipment and mobility aids.
• Observe and report changes in residents' health, mood, or behaviour to senior staff.
• Support residents living with dementia, cognitive impairment, or behavioural challenges with patience and understanding.
• Promote continence care and maintain residents' comfort and dignity at all times.
• Assist with end-of-life care, ensuring compassionate and respectful support for residents and their families.
• Maintain accurate care records and complete documentation in line with company policies and regulatory requirements.
• Encourage and support residents to participate in activities, hobbies, and social interactions.
• Respond promptly to call bells and requests for assistance.
• Carry out regular wellbeing and safety checks as directed by senior staff.
• Welcome visitors and relatives, offering assistance and refreshments where appropriate.
• Help maintain a clean, safe, and comfortable environment, including making beds, tidying rooms, and cleaning equipment.
• Ensure all work is carried out in accordance with safeguarding, health and safety, infection control, and care home policies.

What We Are Looking For

We are seeking individuals who are:

• Kind, caring, and genuinely passionate about supporting older people.
• Respectful, patient, and committed to delivering person-centred care.
• Reliable, trustworthy, and able to work effectively as part of a team.
• Positive, approachable, and able to build strong relationships with residents and colleagues.
• Flexible to work shifts, including weekends and occasional evenings.
• Able to communicate effectively and maintain accurate records.
• Committed to maintaining high standards of care and professionalism.

Experience and Qualifications

• Previous experience in a care setting is desirable but not essential, as full training will be provided.
• A Care Certificate or NVQ/QCF in Health and Social Care is advantageous.
• A genuine desire to make a positive difference in people's lives is essential.

Why Join Handley House Care Home?

We value our employees and recognise the important contribution they make to the lives of our residents. In return, we offer:

• A friendly, supportive, and welcoming working environment.
• Comprehensive induction and ongoing training.
• Opportunities for career development and progression.
• Competitive pay rates.
• Recognition and reward initiatives.
• The opportunity to make a meaningful difference every day.
• The chance to work within a dedicated team that truly cares about its residents and each other.