Experienced Care Assistant – Residential Care Homes
Locations: Downs House & Stroud House, Petersfield
Pay: £13.70 per hour + weekend enhancements
Hours: Various part-time and fulltime opportunities available (Days & Nights)
Contract: Permanent
Closing Date: 28th September 2026
Join Our Friendly Residential Care Teams
Are you an experienced Care Assistant looking for a rewarding role where your skills and compassion can make a genuine difference?
SDR is looking for dedicated and experienced Care Assistants to join our friendly teams at Downs House and Stroud House Residential Care Homes. If you have experience providing high-quality care and enjoy supporting older people, including those living with dementia and complex needs, we would love to hear from you.
You'll be joining a supportive team where your contribution is valued, your experience is recognised and you can help residents live happy, comfortable and fulfilling lives.
Available Roles
We have a range of Care Assistant opportunities available:
Peripatetic Care Assistant – Downs House & Stroud House
- Days - 30 hours per week
- £13.70 per hour + weekend enhancements
- Driver required (to support travel between both homes)
Stroud House Care Assistant
- Night shifts – 36 hours per week
- £13.70 per hour + weekend enhancements
Downs House
- Night shifts – 36 - 48 hours per week
- £13.70 per hour + weekend enhancements
About the Role
As a Care Assistant, you will play an important role in providing person-centred care and support to our residents.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Providing personal care and support with daily living.
- Building meaningful relationships through companionship and emotional support.
- Supporting residents' mobility, wellbeing and independence.
- Caring for residents living with dementia and complex needs.
- Following individual care plans and supporting personal choices.
- Completing accurate care records.
- Working collaboratively as part of a friendly and supportive team.
About Our Homes
Downs House is a welcoming 46-bed residential care home in Petersfield, providing high-quality, person-centred care in a calm and supportive environment.
Stroud House is a specialist 25-bed residential care home supporting older people, including those living with complex dementia, in a warm and homely setting.
About You
We're looking for someone who:
- Has previous experience working as a Care Assistant within a care home, residential or healthcare setting.
- Has a genuine passion for supporting older people.
- Is compassionate, patient and respectful.
- Understands the importance of dignity, choice and independence.
- Is reliable and committed to delivering excellent care.
- Works well as part of a team.
Experience supporting people living with dementia would be highly desirable.
What We Offer
We value our colleagues and provide:
- Enhanced weekend rates
- Paid holiday entitlement (pro rata, including Bank Holidays).
- Full training and ongoing development opportunities.
- Structured induction and onboarding support.
- Supportive management team.
- Pension scheme (subject to eligibility).
- Employee Referral Bonus Scheme (£200 upon joining and £300 after one year's service, subject to terms and conditions).
- £25 Amazon voucher on your birthday
- Fully paid Christmas parties and staff events
- DBS paid for by us
- Free work tunic provided
- Overtime opportunities
- Free staff meals on eligible shifts
Our Values
Everything we do is guided by our values: Kindness | Dignity & Respect | Calmness | Creativity | Responsibility
These values shape how we care for our residents and how we support each other as a team.
Apply Today
If you're an experienced Care Assistant looking for a rewarding role within a supportive residential care environment, we'd love to hear from you. Email: careers@sdrgroup.co.uk Telephone: 07484 482896
Important Information
This Care Assistant role is female-only positions due to a Genuine Occupational Requirement under the Equality Act 2010.
These roles are not eligible for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Applicants must have an unrestricted right to work in the UK.
An Enhanced DBS check will be required for the successful applicant.
We encourage early applications and reserve the right to close this vacancy before the advertised closing date if suitable candidates are appointed.
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