Care Assistant

Care Assistant focuses on supporting individuals to develop independent living skills (e.g. cooking, budgeting, personal care, travel training).

What the role involves

• Supporting individuals to develop independent living skills (e.g. cooking, budgeting, personal care, travel training).
• Provide emotional support and encouragement to maintain positive mental health and wellbeing.
• Supporting individuals to access the community, education, employment, and social opportunities.
• Assisting with personal care where required, in a respectful and dignified manner.
• Supporting with medication in line with training and policies.
• Follow and implement person-centred support plans and risk assessments.

Skills and requirements

• Experience supporting individuals with learning disabilities and/or mental health conditions.
• Knowledge of safeguarding and person-centred care.
• Relevant qualification in Health & Social Care (Level 2 or 3).

Confirmed role details

• Full Time and Part Time available.
• We believe great care starts with supporting our staff.
• Help individuals build independence, confidence, and meaningful lives.
• Opportunities to develop skills in areas such as positive behaviour support, mental health, and clinical tasks.

Candidate fit

• patience, dignity, clear communication, and dependable care standards

Additional role context

• Be part of a service that prioritises dignity, respect, and quality care.