Are you looking for a rewarding career where you can make a genuine difference in people's lives? Join our team as a Care Assistant at our respected care home, which has over 35 years of experience in providing compassionate and family-centred care.
At Weymouth Care Home, we prioritise the well-being of both our residents and our staff, fostering a warm and supportive environment where everyone feels valued. If you're passionate about helping others and want to be part of a community that truly cares, we'd love to hear from you.
As a Care Assistant, you’ll become part of our growing family, enjoying the support of a dedicated team and the stability of contracted hours. We're seeking a compassionate individual whose caring nature aligns with our values and who is eager to make a positive impact on others' lives.
Hours Per Week - 48 with alternate weekend work
We are not currently accepting applicants requiring sponsorship.
* Permanent Contracted
* Fully funded induction, ongoing training, and career development
* Access to 100s of eLearning courses and an opportunity for career progression
* Good mileage allowance and Blue Light Card discounts
* Mental Health support and access to wellbeing initiatives
* Pension scheme and staff recognition rewards
About The Role
Whether you're new to social care or you're an experienced care professional seeking a new opportunity we would love to hear from you.
As a Care Assistant with us you will:
· Support and assist people to promote their own independence.
· Provide support with all aspects of personal care.
· Offer physical and emotional support, to the people we care for.
· Help people to participate with daily living tasks & activities.
· Foster positive relationships with the individual, their family and colleagues.
· Uphold the principles of Altogether Care's values.
All successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS.
N.B**The pay for this role meets the national minimum wage for over 21s.
Altogether care is a family run care provider established in 1988 where we have been serving our local communities across the South and Southwest for over 35 Years!
Required Criteria
* A can-do attitude, caring and reliable nature
* Excellent communication
* Be able to develop and maintain good working relationships with colleagues, clients and their families
Desired Criteria
* Experience in a similar role
Skills Needed
Establishing Rapport With Clients, Ability to Identify and Anticipate needs, Providing Care
About The Company
Altogether Care is a family-owned and operated business, rooted in the Dorset and South Somerset community for over 30 years.
We see our clients as an extended family. So we work hard to understand the ‘real you’ and put your wellbeing, quality of life and independence at the centre of everything we do.
Our aim is to help you live as independently as possible with the peace of mind that professional care and support is always there when you need it.
Company Culture
We recognise that the most important people after our clients, are our front line care providers who support them.
With care providers employed across our care services throughout the South West, we know that they are the key to our success, and the core of our business.
In addition to our care providers, our founders and the management team all work closely together, and all of whom have multiple years’ experience within the care sector.
Company Benefits
We are always looking to expand our team who are passionate about what they do. Available roles include care and support workers, registered nurses, administrators, and chefs. Whatever your vocation, we would love to welcome you to the Altogether Care family!
Vacation, Paid time off, Retirement plan and/or pension, Flexible schedule, Office perks, Employee development programs, Employee discounts, Referral bonus, Open office, Competitive salary, Long service recognition, Wellbeing Scheme, Blue Light Card, Work With Charities, Culture of recognition, On the job learning, Progression opportunities, Long service awards, Staff celebration events
Salary
£12.75 per year