Wixams, part of the Extra Care Charitable Trust, are recruiting care staff now! This is an exciting time to be joining Wixamsand be part of a supportive team in a luxury retirement village. We provide a domiciliary care service all under one roof. No more travelling! Benefits: Golden Hello for All New Care Assistant Starters Of £500! (Criteria Applies) 33 Days Annual Leave (FTE) Pro Rata for Part Time Enhanced Maternity & Paternity allowance Enhanceed employer pension contribution (5% employee) Blue Light Card discounts Attendance Reward Free Life Insurance Buy And Sell Holiday Cycle2work Scheme Free Use of Onsite Gym Ongoing Training and Development Plus, Usual Benefits. Are you a Care Assistant who is compassionate, patient, and personable and would like to develop your career with us? Role: Care Assistant Hours: 19 hours per week - 7am-11am and 2:30pm-8pm including alternate weekends Salary: £13.61 per hour Location: Wixams Retirement Village, Bedford Road, Bedford, MK42 6EA As a Care Assistant, you will be expected to carry out the following tasks: Provide all aspects of domiciliary care to our residents including both physical, personal care and support with social activities, Promoting and supporting the physical, emotional and well-being of our residents Encourage independence and self-belief Ensure records and documents are completed in line with our policy. Person Specification Hold a care certificate or willing to undertake a care qualification Personable, an effective communicator and a team player Passionate about delivering a quality care service Flexible with hours. Click ‘apply' now to make an invaluable impact to the lives of our residents as one of our Care Assistants.