Care Assistant

Job description

Location: Showell Court, Wolverhampton
Salary: £12.91 per hour
Hours: Part time
Contract: Permanent
Shifts: 7am–2:30pm or 2:30pm–10pm

Make a difference every day

We’re looking for a warm, caring and compassionate Care Assistant to join our friendly team at Showell Court in Wolverhampton.

Showell Court is a welcoming extra care service supporting people to live independently, with access to a friendly and supportive care team. Residents have their own private, self-contained apartments and access to a range of facilities on their doorstep.

You’ll build positive relationships with residents and support them with their daily routines, activities of daily living and personal care. You’ll also assist with mealtimes, support effective communication and accurately record and report your work.

Care is delivered within one building, so there is no requirement to travel within the community.

The role operates on a two-week rolling rota, covering weekends and bank holidays. Shifts are either 7am–2:30pm or 2:30pm–10pm, with a 30-minute unpaid break.

What We Need

You’ll ideally have experience working in a care environment and a genuine passion for supporting others.

You’ll also bring:

• A warm, friendly and caring approach
• Patience, kindness and a willingness to help others
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• An open and honest approach with residents, colleagues and visitors
• Respect for diversity and an appreciation of individuality
• The ability to support residents with daily routines and personal care
• Good attention to detail when recording information

What We Offer

• £12.91 per hour
• 20 days annual leave, increasing to 22 days
• Opportunity to buy or sell annual leave
• Pension scheme with contributions matched up to 6%
• 24/7 GP, health and wellbeing support
• Blue Light discount card
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Occupational sick pay eligibility
• Supportive and friendly teams

Please note: We do not offer sponsorship for this role. A DBS check will be required if you are successful.

If you’re passionate about making a difference to people’s lives, click Apply Now to join our team at Showell Court.

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