Job Title: Care Assistant
Location: Dorchester
Salary:
£12.60 per hour days
£13.60 per hour nights
Overtime additional £1 per hour
Work Pattern:
Day Shifts: 8am to 8pm (long-day), 8am to 2pm (morning) or 2pm to 8pm (afternoon)
21 hours per week - Days
Example Pattern (Not fixed)-
Week 1:
Tuesday 08:00-14:00
Wednesday 08:00-14:00
Saturday 08:00-14:00
Sunday 14:00-20:00
Week 2:
Tuesday 14:00-20:00
Thursday 14:00-20:00
Friday 08:00-14:00

JOB DESCRIPTION

Reports to:
Senior Health Care Assistant
Located in the heart of Dorchester, this small and friendly residential care home is set within a beautifully converted Victorian house, overlooking Borough Gardens. It offers personalised care and support for up to 23 residents in a warm, homely environment.
The team takes pride in delivering compassionate, person-centred care — tailoring support to individual needs, routines, and preferences. Residents enjoy comfortable communal spaces, private bedrooms they can personalise, a peaceful garden with an all-weather awning, and a varied activity programme led by two dedicated co-ordinators.
Fresh, nutritious meals are prepared daily onsite, with snacks and refreshments always available. The home is led by an experienced and caring Registered Manager, who fosters a supportive team culture and a commitment to continuous improvement.
This is a place where kindness, dignity and connection come first — for both residents and staff.
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Care Assistants. You will play a vital role in providing high-quality care and support to residents in a warm and welcoming environment.

REQUIREMENTS

Previous experience in a similar role within the care sector
A compassionate and empathic approach towards elderly residents and their families.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport with residents and colleagues.
Basic understanding of health and safety regulations and infection control practices.
Ability to work effectively as part of a team and independently when required.
Flexibility to work various shifts, including weekends.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From £12.60 per hour
Work Location: In perso

Typical duties include:
Assisting residents with personal care tasks, including bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting, while respecting their dignity and independence.
Supporting residents with medication administration as per their individual care plans and ensuring compliance with medication protocols.
Safeguarding the residents and treating them with dignity and respect in all that you do.
Assisting residents during mealtimes, ensuring they receive adequate nutrition and hydration. Collaborating with the in-house chef to accommodate residents’ dietary preferences and restrictions.
Facilitating social activities and events for residents, encouraging participation and promoting a sense of community within the care home.
Liaising with Healthcare Professionals. Coordinating and communicating with local GPs, hairdressers, chiropodists, and other healthcare professionals to ensure residents’ holistic well-being.
Liaising with families and friends of the residents, ensuring they are welcomed, supported and appropriately included in their loved one’s care.
Providing emotional support and companionship to residents, fostering meaningful relationships and addressing their psychosocial needs.
Promoting the well-being and independence of residents, encouraging participation in social activities, outings, and therapeutic interventions.
Promoting a safe and hygienic environment for residents and staff, adhering to health and safety regulations and infection control procedures
Accurately documenting residents’ care activities, observations, and any changes in their condition, in accordance with care home policies and procedures.
Maintaining up to date knowledge and understanding of latest care legislation and guidance.
Participating in mandatory and other training as required.
Following company policies and procedures.
Representing the home in a professional manner.
This is not an exhaustive list, other duties and responsibilities may be required from time to time which are within your capability or skill set.