Care Assistant
Employer: Richmond Villages – St Mark's Care Home
110 St Marks Road, Maidenhead, Berkshire, SL6 6DN
CQC rating: Outstanding
Carehome.co.uk rating: 9.5/10
Salary: £12.60 - £13.60 depending on experience
Contract type: Perm contract
We make health happen – At Bupa, we 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.
Key Responsibilities
* Support residents with a wide range of differing requirements from companionship to personal care.
* Observe and manage residents' behaviour with care and 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
* My Healthcare – Free access to 24/7 support, advice, and treatment for a variety of health‑related issues, including remote GP appointments, physiotherapy and mental health support.
* Annual allowance approximating £350.
* Wagestream – Early access up to 40% of earned wages within minutes.
* 28 days holiday.
* Sick pay scheme in addition to statutory sick pay.
* Long service rewards.
* Free meal on every shift.
* Interest‑free annual travel loan.
* Access to a range of Bupa pension plans.
* Parental leave (adoption, birth parents and co‑parents).
* Menopause Plan.
* Discounts at a wide variety of gyms and fitness facilities across the UK.
Why Bupa?
Bupa is a health insurer and provider focused on customers, driven by the purpose of helping people live longer, healthier, happier lives and making a better world. We champion diversity, are a Level 2 Disability Confident Employer, and offer fair interviews and reasonable adjustments.
Time Type: Full time
Job Area: Care Home - Care Assistants
Location: St Marks (Maidenhead)
Seniority level: Entry level
Employment type: Contract
Job function: Other
Industries: Hospitals and Health Care
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