Cedar Lodge Care Home, Whitchurch on Thames
Care Assistant (Care Companion) Days
8am - 8pm Days
£29,080 to £33,839 per annum (pro rata) Dependent on experience
44 hours per week to include alternate weekends
Cedar Lodge, Eastfield Lane, Whitchurch-on-Thames, Reading, RG8 7EJ
Role Overview
Do you want to be part of something special? Do you want the flexibility of working hours to suit the needs of your family? Or would you much prefer a better work / life balance? Do you want to belong to an organisation that care about YOU? If you answered Yes, then what are you waiting for? Apply today! As a Care Companion at Cedar Lodge you will be placed at the heart of the home along with the people that live here. We know that if you’re ok, the people who live here will be ok too – so ensuring you have fun is important! We want you to sit with people and eat meals and we want for you to build relationships with the amazing people we support.
Responsibilities and Duties
* To support people with intimate washing/drying, how they wish to be dressed and presented, including shaving, hair style, nails, teeth.
* Represent the Cedar Lodge brand by maintaining a professional and welcoming presence for all team members, residents, and visitors.
* Attend and actively contribute to team meetings.
* Perform any additional duties as assigned by the Home Manager to support the overall functioning of the home.
Skills, Qualifications and Abilities
* Strong verbal and written communication skills.
* Experience within a similar environment desirable
* You need to be flexible, patient, with a ‘can do’ caring attitude, and a real 'people person'
* Proficiency in IT, including Microsoft Office and internal applications; with the ability to learn new systems quickly.
* Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team while also being self‑motivated and capable of working independently.
Benefits of working at EQ Care
* ½ day off for your birthday – start your celebrations early!
* Blue Light Discount Card – access exclusive savings and offers.
* 28 days of annual leave (pro rata) – enjoy a healthy work‑life balance.
* Salary advance scheme (Level) – access earned pay when you need it.
* Contributory pension – helping you plan for your future.
* Dedicated Learning & Development – continuous training and career growth opportunities.
* Team member rewards – recognising and celebrating your hard work.
* Free meals on shift – enjoy a meal on us while you work.
* Free tax review service – making sure you keep more of what you earn.
* Refer a friend scheme – earn up to £500 for successful referrals! (Terms apply)
Please note: If you are not a UK resident, you must already have the legal right to work in the UK, with at least 14 months remaining on your visa. We are unable to offer visa sponsorship.
Hours
44 hours per week
Contract type
Permanent
Location
Cedar Lodge Care Home, Whitchurch on Thames
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