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Full-time Day Care Assistant
Prime Life · Skelmersdale
Job description
About the role
Prime Life is seeking a compassionate full‑time Day Care Assistant to join its team at the Birch Green care home in Skelmersdale. You will support 74 residents with a range of physical, age‑related and mental health needs, helping them maintain dignity and independence each day.
Key responsibilities
- Assist residents with personal hygiene and selecting appropriate clothing.
- Support mealtimes, ensuring adequate nutrition and hydration.
- Encourage safe mobilisation using mobility aids and specialist equipment.
- Provide companionship, accompany residents on outings or appointments, and welcome family visitors.
- Maintain accurate written records and complete required documentation.
- Collaborate with a multi‑disciplinary team to promote residents’ health and well‑being.
Required profile
- Genuine caring nature with patience, understanding and respect for individual abilities.
- Ability to work within set shift patterns (33 hours per week, 8 am‑8 pm across a 7‑day week).
- Willingness to undergo full training; prior care experience is desirable but not essential.
Required skills
What we offer
- Competitive hourly rate of £12.96‑£13.32 depending on qualifications.
- Fully funded DBS check.
- Comprehensive holiday pay scheme.
- Opportunities for learning and progression with a dedicated Quality Matters team.
- Refer‑a‑Friend bonus up to £250 per successful candidate.
- Access to a Blue Light card and nationwide discounts.
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Prime Life
Skelmersdale