Overview
Role: Care & Support Assistant
Location: Dorset House Residential Home, Hamworthy, BH15 4HL
Pay: £12.50 - £12.75 per hour
Hours: Full-time and part-time hours available, to include alternate weekend working
Are you someone who genuinely wants to make a positive difference in people’s lives? At Dorset House, we’re looking for caring and compassionate people to join our Care Team. No prior care experience is required — if you’ve worked in customer service, supported your community, or simply have a natural empathy for others, we’d love to hear from you. What matters most is your kindness, understanding, and commitment to helping others feel safe and valued. We provide a comprehensive induction and training programme, so you’ll be fully supported every step of the way. If this sounds like you, come and be part of a team that truly makes a difference!
Food, Fun and Friendship is at the HEART of everything we do!
Why You’ll Love Working with Us
You’ll receive a comprehensive induction including:
* Ongoing training and development.
* Receiving support from a friendly, experienced team and colleagues.
* Delivering person-centred care that truly makes a difference.
* Encouraging residents to stay independent and active.
* Assisting with personal care and mobility needs.
* Building genuine friendships with residents.
* Creating a positive, team-focused atmosphere within the home.
Responsibilities and Expectations
Responsibilities include delivering person-centred care, assisting with personal care and mobility, and supporting residents to maintain independence and engage in activities. Build strong relationships with residents by learning about their life stories, hobbies and interests, and tailoring activities to suit their preferences.
Rewards and Benefits
* Online/retail discounts – Blue Light Card.
* Paid induction and training.
* Employee referral bonus scheme.
* Free DBS check.
* Contributory pension scheme.
* Life insurance.
* NMC pin fees paid by us.
* Staff association.
* Local staff reward programme.
* Onsite learning and development team.
* Career progression.
* Competitive pay rates.
* Flexible working hours.
* Employee assistance and wellbeing programmes.
What You Need to Know
* You must be 18 years or older.
* We are unable to offer Visa Sponsorship.
Ready to Join Us?
If you’re kind, caring, and ready to make a difference, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and become part of something truly special.
PEOPLE | PASSION | PURPOSE
Care South are one of the top 20 rated Care Home Groups in the UK based on published reviews from residents and their family and friends at carehome.co.uk. As a not-for-profit charity, our HEART values are key to us providing outstanding care. For more information about us, our values and benefits, please visit our website: care-south.co.uk/about-us. For any questions please contact the recruitment team on 01202 712448.
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