Care Assistant

WE’RE HIRING! JOIN OUR CARING TEAM! Care Assistant – The Old Vicarage Residential Care Home, Skidby

Do you have a caring nature, a kind heart, and a passion for making a real difference in people’s lives? We’d love to hear from you!

At The Old Vicarage Residential Care Home, we’re proud to be a family-run business with over 20 years of experience providing quality care. We believe that a care home should be more than just a place to live — it should be a warm, welcoming home where residents feel safe, valued, respected and cared for as individuals.

We are looking for enthusiastic, compassionate and dedicated Care Assistants to join our friendly team. Whether you have previous care experience or simply have the right attitude, kindness and willingness to learn, we want to hear from you!

What We Offer

• Full-time and part-time opportunities available.
• Permanent positions with weekly pay.
• Day shifts between 7:00 am and 7:00 pm.
• Alternate weekend working.
• A supportive, friendly team within a family-run care home.
• Training, development and mentoring to help you grow in your role.
• Ongoing support from our management team.
• Performance-related bonus opportunities.
• Free on-site parking.
• Exclusive employee discounts across thousands of brands.
• Access to AvensureXtra, including 24/7 access to qualified GP appointments and a range of health and wellbeing benefits.
• Discounts on shopping, holidays, gym memberships, entertainment, household essentials and much more. What Makes Us Different?

We know that outstanding care starts with people who genuinely care.

As a family-run home, we believe in creating a homely atmosphere not only for our residents but also for the staff who support them. We value our team, encourage personal development and recognise the difference that kindness, patience and compassion can make every single day.

Our vision is to be a first choice for high-quality residential, respite, rehabilitation and short-term care within our local community.

We are committed to:

• Kindness and compassion – treating everyone with warmth and understanding.
• Dignity and respect – recognising every resident as an individual.
• Person-centred care – putting residents’ wishes, choices and needs first.
• Listening and understanding – making sure every voice matters.
• Learning and development – supporting our staff through training, mentoring and encouragement.
• A homely environment – creating a safe, comfortable and welcoming place to live and work.

What Will Your Role Involve?

As a Care Assistant, you will play an important part in the daily lives of our residents. Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing compassionate, person-centred care and support.
• Supporting residents with their personal care and daily living activities.
• Promoting independence, dignity, choice and wellbeing.
• Building positive relationships with residents, their families and your colleagues.
• Supporting residents to enjoy meaningful activities and maintain their interests.
• Observing and reporting any changes in residents’ health or wellbeing.
• Maintaining accurate care records and following care plans.
• Working together as part of a dedicated team to maintain high standards of care, safety and cleanliness.

Who Are We Looking For?

We are looking for someone who is:

• Kind, caring, patient and compassionate.
• Reliable, hardworking and committed to providing excellent care.
• Respectful of residents’ dignity, privacy and individual choices.
• A good communicator who enjoys working as part of a team.
• Willing to learn, undertake training and develop their skills.
• Flexible and able to work day shifts and alternate weekends.

Previous care experience is welcome, but a caring attitude, a willingness to learn and a genuine desire to make a difference are just as important.

Could You Be the Difference in Someone’s Day?

Sometimes, the smallest things make the biggest difference — a friendly smile, a listening ear, a helping hand or simply taking the time to make someone feel special.

If you want a rewarding role where your work truly matters, and you would love to become part of a supportive team that treats its residents like family, we would love to hear from you!

Location: The Old Vicarage Residential Care Home, Skidby

Hours: Full-time and part-time opportunities available, with shifts between 7:00 am and 7:00 pm and alternate weekend working.

Pay: Paid weekly, with performance bonus opportunities.

Interested? Get in touch to find out more and apply to join our team.

Come and be part of something special — helping us make every day a better day for our residents.

The Old Vicarage Residential Care Home – where care, kindness and family values come first.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Pay: From £12.71 per hour

Benefits:

• On-site parking
• Store discount

Work Location: In person