Job Introduction
Location: Bosworth Care Home, Southdown Avenue, Weymouth, DT3 6HR
Join a team where you truly make a difference
At Bosworth Care Home, we believe great care starts with a happy, supported team. If you’re compassionate, reliable, and looking for a rewarding role where every day matters, we’d love to hear from you.
What We Offer
· A close-knit, friendly team with many long-standing staff members
· Pension scheme
· Ongoing training and development opportunities – with funded qualifications up to QCF level 5
· Refer a Friend bonus scheme (up to £1,000)
· Blue Light Card discount package
· On-demand pay, access your earnings when you need them
· Day care assistant £12.85 per hour
· Night care assistant £13.35 per hour
· A welcoming, supportive working environment
About Us
Bosworth Care Home has been part of the Weymouth community since 1988. Now under new management and benefiting from significant investment, the home has never looked better. We’re proud to offer a warm, homely environment where residents feel safe, valued, and truly at home, supported by a caring team who genuinely enjoy what they do.
The Role – Care Assistant - maternity cover to include working alternative weekends
As a Care Assistant, you’ll play a vital role in supporting residents to live comfortably, safely, and with dignity. No two days are the same, but your responsibilities will include:
· Person-centred care: supporting residents with personal care such as bathing, dressing, and oral care while promoting independence and choice
· Care planning: contributing to care reviews to ensure support plans reflect individual needs
· Medication support: administering medication safely and in line with procedures
· Activities & companionship: taking part in social activities, outings, and meaningful engagement within the home
· Team support: helping new or existing colleagues through shadowing and teamwork, and supporting the smooth running of the home when required
What We’re Looking For
· A minimum of 12 months remaining on your right to work in the UK, please note: Under new guidance we are unable to accept skilled or student visas
· Caring, positive, and reliable individuals
· Previous care experience preferred as this is a night role, however fully funded training is provided
Opportunity Available:
· Day Care Assistant - maternity cover: 30 hours per week, 8am to 8pm on a two-week rolling rota to include working alternate weekends
· Bank Care Assistant: to work as and when required to include day, night and weekend shifts - this is a zero hour contract
If you’re looking for a role where you can build relationships, make a real difference, and be part of a supportive team, we’d love to welcome you to Bosworth Care Home.
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