Care Assistant – Residential Care Home

About the role

We are looking for a compassionate Care Assistant to join our team at Otterbourne Hill, a modern residential care home near Winchester. You will work alongside a dedicated staff to provide person‑centred support for older residents, helping them feel safe and valued in a homely environment.

Key responsibilities

• Deliver personal care that respects each resident’s choices and dignity.
• Support residents who are unwell or approaching end‑of‑life, following care plans.
• Act as a key‑worker for assigned residents, contributing to care plan reviews.
• Record observations, report changes, and communicate with the shift leader.
• Provide information and reassurance to families while maintaining confidentiality.
• Collaborate with the Activities Team to organise group and one‑to‑one activities.
• Liaise with external professionals such as GPs, social services, and therapists as needed.

Required profile

• Genuine interest in supporting older people and sharing our family‑like values.
• Good communication, reliability and a team‑oriented attitude.
• Willingness to undertake training; prior care experience is helpful but not essential.
• NVQ/QCF Level 2 in Health & Social Care is desirable but not mandatory.

Required skills

• No specific technical skills required.

What we offer

• £13.38 per hour (£13.72 with NVQ2) plus a 10 % weekend premium.
• Free meals and paid breaks during shifts.
• Free initial DBS check and parking (subject to availability).
• 5.6 weeks’ holiday including bank holidays, with enhanced leave after five years.
• Extensive training, continuous professional development and an Employee Assistance Programme.