About The Role Cornerstone Healthcare is looking for a passionate Care Assistant to join our award-winning team at South Africa Lodge. South Africa Lodge, is a 99-bed service providing high quality care across 6 specialised units supporting residents with varying complex care as well as providing a comfortable and safe living environment. Our approach focuses on individualised care, considering the whole person and their unique challenges, rather than just the diagnosis. We are currently rated Overall Good with CQC. PLEASE NOTE - We are NOT offering Sponsorship and are unable to take overseas applications at this time What do you need? Previous experience working in Care (preferred) Ability to develop and maintain good working relationships with colleagues, residents, and their families A caring, calm and compassionate nature Emotional resilience and a steady head in challenging situations A genuine interest in helping others live full, dignified lives Great communication skills (both written & verbal) A positive team-focused attitude What hours will you work? Working for us gives you more time for you with a 7 out of 14 day working pattern. Week A - 3 days: 19.45 to 07.45 Week B - 4 days: 19.45 to 07.45 Total average of 38.5 hours worked per week, including every other weekend. What will you be doing? Support all aspects of daily living including personal care, mealtimes, and social activities Promote independence, choice, and dignity in every interaction Observe and report on changes in residents’ health and well-being Collaborate with your team to ensure exceptional, person-centred care Communicate openly and respectfully with colleagues, residents, and their loved ones Always promoting choice, dignity and privacy Benefits package worth up to £5,000 (T&C's apply) Enhanced pay for overtime and bank holidays Monthly overtime raffle – win an extra £200 for picking up shifts Refer a friend scheme – earn up to £1,000 Cycle to Work scheme Healthcare cash plan worth up to £700 – includes dental, optical and 24/7 mental health support Free uniform laundered for you on site ready for your next shift Subsidised lunch on site Recognition and rewards – vouchers, cash bonuses, and long service treats Access to the Blue Light Card – over 13,000 discounts And much more! Care Home / Healthcare / Elderly Care / Nursing Home / Dementia / HCA / Healthcare Assistant / Carer / Care Worker / Support Worker / Care Giver / Complex / Senior Carer / Senior HCA / Full Time About The Company Cornerstone Healthcare provide specialist care for vulnerable people who present with challenging behaviours associated with complex neurodegenerative and mental health needs. Residents who live in our homes primarily have a neurological degenerative condition such as Dementia with an underlying mental health condition which makes them inappropriate candidates for dementia care homes or residential care homes for the elderly. We currently have 4 services based in Waterlooville, Curdridge, Mytchett and Bristol.