Care Assistant / Support Worker
Job Title: Care Assistant
Reference Number: HCPA004473
Company Name: Falcon House
Shifts Available: Mornings , Evenings , Days , Weekends
Location: Bishops Stortford
Type of Care Provider: Care Home
Supporting individuals with: Older Adults , End Of Life
Pay/Salary: £12.50 - £12.75 Per Hour
Hours of Work: 21-40 Hours per Week - Shifts: 07:00 - 14:00 / 14:00 - 21:00 / 07:00 - 21:00
Driving Required: Yes
Contract Type: Full Time Contract, Part Time Contract
Falcon House Care Residential Home is a privately owned and managed small residential care provider, based in Little Hallingbury, offering the highest standards of residential and day care for the elderly. With dedicated and loyal staff, we provide a relaxing environment that affords residents the comfort, dignity, and the independence that they deserve.
We are looking to add to our fantastic team of staff - full- and part-time hours available.
- Enhancements for nights, weekends and bank holidays
- Paid induction, full training and ongoing development opportunities
- Support to gain recognised care qualifications
- Free meals and refreshments while on shift
- Paid breaks
- Free uniform and on-site parking
- Employee wellbeing support and access to counselling if needed
- Opportunities for career progression within the home
- A friendly, supportive team environment where your work truly makes a difference
- Staff recognition and social events to celebrate your contribution
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As a Care Assistant, your day-to-day duties will focus on:
- Supporting our residents to live with dignity, comfort and independence.
- Providing personal care such as washing, dressing and assisting with meals.
- Offering companionship and emotional support.
- Helping residents to engage in activities and maintain their independence where possible.
- Ensuring their safety through safeguarding practices.
Clear communication with residents, colleagues, and families is essential, as is keeping accurate records and following care plans. No two days are the same – one day you may be helping with personal care, the next enjoying a chat, walk, or activity with residents. Full training is provided, so you don’t need previous experience, just kindness, patience and a willingness to learn.
