At a Glance
- Tasks: Support residents with daily activities and deliver person-centred care.
- Company: Macklin Care Homes, a caring and supportive environment.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, flexible shifts, training, and career development opportunities.
- Other info: Join a team that values your contribution and offers great perks.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in residents' lives while growing your skills.
- Qualifications: Strong communication skills and a passion for helping others.
The predicted salary is between 13.12 - 17.12 £ per hour.
Job Description
Macklin Care Homes is recruiting Dayshift Care Assistants to work at Milesian Manor Care Home in Magherafelt.
This role supports nursing staff and residents' social, emotional, and physical needs according to the Patient Charter of Rights and Nursing Home Minimum Standards.
- Professional Responsibilities
- Assist residents with daily living activities such as dressing, bathing, eating and mobility.
- Deliver excellent quality, person‑centred care to all residents.
- Enrich residents’ lives through the delivery of activities.
- Update and maintain accurate records in line with patient care.
- Support the nursing team with compliance policies and procedures.
- Provide flexible one‑to‑one care as required.
- Ideal Candidate
- Deliver a high standard of resident care.
- Demonstrate exceptional organisational skills.
- Communicate and collaborate cooperatively with other staff.
- Work under pressure and use own initiative.
- Maintain a high standard of personal presentation and attention to detail.
- Possess a good standard of verbal and written English.
- Be eligible to work in the UK.
- Required & Desired Criteria
- Communicate effectively with elderly residents.
- Work set hours and be flexible to meet the organisation’s needs.
- Show good command of written and spoken English.
- Be in good general medical health.
- Current NVQ in care (desired).
- Knowledge of the Care of the Elderly Patients Charter of Rights.
- Experience in a caring setting.
- Experience with moving and handling patients.
- Company Benefits
- £500 introduction fee paid in two stages: £250 after 6 months and £250 after 12 months of continuous service.
- Comprehensive paid induction programme.
- Wide variety of training provided.
- Career development opportunities.
- Shift flexibility.
- Employee Assistance Programme.
- Discounted rates at Malone Hotel, Belfast.
- Health and wellbeing initiatives including team‑building.
- Free car parking and uniform (subject to conditions).
- Incentives for employee referrals (subject to T&Cs).
- Contract & Salary
- Full‑time.
- Closing date: 30th June 2026.
- Equal Opportunities Employer
Macklin Care Homes is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
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Care Assistant (Dayshift) - Milesian Manor in Magherafelt employer: Macklin Care Homes | Care Home Group in Northern Ireland
Macklin Care Homes is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work culture where every team member plays a vital role in enhancing the lives of our residents. Located in Belfast, we provide comprehensive training and career development opportunities, ensuring that our staff can grow and thrive in their roles while enjoying the satisfaction of making a meaningful impact in the community.
Contact Details:
Macklin Care Homes | Care Home Group in Northern Ireland Recruitment Team
