Hampshire County Council
Care Assistant (Older Adults)
Care Assistant (Older Adults) at Hampshire County Council, based in Southampton, Hampshire, paying £25,000 - £29,999 per annum. This is a permanent role.
- Pay
- £25,000 - £29,999 per annum
- Hours and contract
- Permanent · On site · Weekend work
- Location
- Southampton, Hampshire
- Closing date
- Sector
- Care Assistant
27% below the typical rate for care assistant
Reference 5419233915
About the role
Within our older adults' homes, we aim to create a warm and welcoming environment where our Day and Night Care Assistants can deliver the exceptional care our residents deserve. Join our supportive team and be part of something special, where your dedication and compassion can make a big difference to the lives of others. What you'll do: Support daily living: Help with daily activities including personal care, ensuring the comfort, wellbeing and safety of our residents. Support at night: Help with activities including personal care, ensuring the comfort, wellbeing and safety of our residents at night. Provide person-centred care: Tailor your care planning to meet the unique needs of each resident. Promote independence: Encourage residents to make personal care choices and support their self-care and independence. Build relationships: Establish supportive connections with residents, their families, and colleagues. What we're looking for: Experience working in social care isn't essential to join us as a Care Assistant - you might be a school or college leaver looking to take your first step in a career in social care, considering a career change, or returning to work after a break. What's more important to us is that you have the right values, skills and motivations to provide high quality care. Passion and dedication: A genuine desire to help others and make a positive and lasting difference to their lives. Empathy and compassion: Understand and share the feelings of others to build trust and provide emotional support. Respect and patience: Treat residents with dignity and adapt to their individual needs. Communication skills: Clear and effective communication with residents, families, and colleagues. Team player: Enjoy working closely with others to provide high-quality care. Problem-solving skills: Handle unexpected situations calmly and effectively. To learn more about this role, please review our Candidate Pack available on our website. Please click on the Apply button for details. We would love to hear from you about your experience and transferable skills. If you would like to arrange an informal chat to discuss the role and what you can bring to the team, please contact us using the details below. Why join us? Rewarding work: Make a real difference in the lives of our residents and know that you can help improve the quality of life of others and make a lasting impact on the lives of those you care for. Supportive environment: Work in a friendly and collaborative team who feel proud of the work they do to support people in our community. Professional growth: We invest in your future. With ongoing development opportunities, you'll have the chance to enhance your skills and advance your career in the care sector. Employee support: Access to Health Assured's comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme to support your physical and mental wellbeing, including 24/7 telephone support, a suite of online resources, and legal and financial advice. Competitive benefits package: Including generous annual leave entitlement, occupational sick pay, and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme. This role involves some weekend and bank holidays working, for which enhancements are paid in line with the HCC salary policy. Please note: We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role and therefore it is essential that you already have the right to work in the UK before applying. Applicants can expect to hear from us within two weeks of the advertised closing date. Other job titles you may be searching for: Carer, General Assistant, Support Worker, Healthcare Assistant, Caregiver, Nursing Home Assistant, Personal Care Assistant.
Reference: 5419233915 · Posted 2 hours ago · Closes 27 Nov 2026 · Listed via Hampshire County Council
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