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care assistant

Job details
Posting date: 26 November 2025
Salary: Not specified
Additional salary information: overtime available
Hours: Part time
Closing date: 26 December 2025
Location: NG349DE
Remote working: On-site only
Company: The Chestnuts Retirement Home
Job type: Permanent
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Summary

Job Summary:
We are seeking a compassionate Care Assistant to join our team in providing essential care and support to individuals in a care home setting. The ideal candidate should possess excellent communication skills and a genuine passion for helping others.
Duties:
- Assist residents with daily tasks such as personal hygiene, dressing, and meals
- Support residents with mobility and physical activities
- Follow care plans to ensure individual needs are met
- Provide companionship and emotional support to residents
- Keep accurate records of care provided
- Assist in maintaining a clean and safe environment for residents
Skills:
The ideal candidate should have the following skills:
- Excellent communication skills to interact effectively with residents, families, and colleagues
- Experience in care home or home care settings is advantageous
- Basic IT skills for record keeping and documentation
- Ability to follow and implement care plans effectively
- Proficiency in English language
- A valid driving licence is desirable for transportation purposes
Join our team as a Care Assistant and make a meaningful difference in the lives of those in need of care and support.

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