Hours: Relief/Bank hours per week
Salary: £15.47 per hour
For this role, we are currently considering candidates who live within approximately 15 miles of the Care Home. This ensures commutes are manageable and support your wellbeing and work-life balance. As a Care Assistant, you will provide personal and social care to residents in a way that respects their dignity and promotes well-being and independence. You will help maintain an atmosphere and practice of care that reflects MHA’s values of mutual respect and concern for the individual.
Participate in developing and reviewing individual care plans, including those for residents with dementia
Provide personal and social care in line with care plans, enhancing residents’ physical, emotional, and spiritual wellbeing
Uphold safeguarding responsibilities, infection control, and health & safety practices.
Respect and sensitivity for older people
A willingness to be trained and developed (Level 1 or 2 in social care is encouraged)
Previous care experience is desirable, though not essential
Work flexibly across a rota, including weekends.
You will be joining an organisation with strong values, a highly supportive culture, and a commitment to the safety and wellbeing of employees. In addition to a highly competitive salary, you will enjoy:
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~28 days holiday (including bank holidays) and an option to buy annual leave (pro-rota for part time).
~ Pension scheme
~ Free DBS checks and uniform
~ Flexible options to buy or sell annual leave, plus family-friendly policies
~ Discounts through the Blue Light Card, Health Service Discounts, and the Vivup app
~ A full induction, ongoing training, recognised qualifications, and clear career progression
~ Long service awards to celebrate your contribution
~ Critical Illness Insurance and life assurance for contracted hours colleagues.
The Fairways care home in Chippenham
The Fairways is a friendly and values driven home where colleagues work together to provide high quality residential and dementia care. Colleagues help promote dignity, independence and wellbeing, contributing to a calm and positive environment. MHA’s charitable foundations shape a culture of kindness, teamwork and continual development.
For job seekers wanting to build a meaningful career in a supportive and people focused home, The Fairways offers opportunities to grow, develop skills and feel proud of the difference they make.