Job Description - Care Assistant (COT00YY)
Requisition Title
Care Assistant
Job Number
COT00YY
Location
Cottingley Hall, Bradford Road, Bingley, BD16 1TX, West Yorkshire
Salary
£12.25 - £13.25 per hour depending on experience
Purpose
At Bupa, our purpose is to help people live longer, healthier, happier lives and make a better world. As a Care Assistant, you'll be at the heart of this, providing person-centred care that supports independence and honours choice. You'll be part of a team dedicated to delivering the highest standards of care, ensuring our residents live a life they truly love. Our values of being Brave, Caring, and Responsible guide everything we do, and we strive to create the most inclusive and supportive workplace for our people.
Key Responsibilities
* Support residents with a wide range of differing requirements from companionship to personal care.
* Observe and manage residents' behaviour with care and ensure to document and report any changes in accordance with the required legislation.
* Support residents' nutrition and hydration needs, encouraging and assisting them to eat and drink according to their care plan.
* Provide essential physical and mental stimulation through social and recreational activities, both in groups and individually.
* Maintain accurate care plans in line with regulatory & legal requirements.
What we're looking for
* Motivation, positivity, and great interpersonal skills.
* Excellent communication skills and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
* Desirable: Previous experience in a care home environment or a Health and Social Care qualification.
Benefits
Our benefits are designed to make health happen for our people. Viva is our global wellbeing programme, encompassing all aspects of health – from mental and physical to financial, social, and environmental wellbeing. We support flexible working and offer a range of family-friendly benefits.
* My Healthcare – Free access to 24/7 support and remote GP appointments.
* Annual allowance (approx. £350) for Bupa healthcare products.
* Wagestream – early access to up to 40% of earned wages.
* 28 days holiday.
* Sick pay scheme in addition to statutory sick pay.
* Long service rewards: ecards, extra holidays and money.
* Free meal on every shift.
* Interest-free annual travel loan for public transport.
* Access to Bupa pension plans, parental leave schemes, menopause plan.
* Gym and fitness facility discounts.
Why Bupa?
We’re a health insurer with no shareholders, dedicated to helping people live longer, healthier, happier lives. Our people drive our purpose and are guided by bravery, caring, and responsibility. We encourage all to “Be you at Bupa,” champion diversity and aim for inclusive representation.
Diversity & Inclusion
Bupa is a Level 2 Disability Confident Employer. We offer reasonable adjustments and fair assessments for disabled applicants. We encourage applications from people with diverse backgrounds and experiences.
Unposting Date
Ongoing
Care Home Postcode
BD16 1TX
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