Care Assistant – Community Recovery Services

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 21 March 2026
LOCATION
North Warwickshire
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Entry-level
CATEGORY
Healthcare
This role is not offered with visa sponsorship, though the employer is a licensed UK sponsor

SKILLS

Personal Care Mobility Support Medication Administration Communication Skills Teamwork Driving Licence Independence Promotion

FULL DESCRIPTION

Care Assistant – Community Recovery Services

As a Care Assistant within our Community Recovery Services team, you will play a vital role in supporting individuals to regain confidence, independence, and daily living skills following illness, injury, or hospital admission. Working within the community, you will provide person-centred care that promotes dignity, choice, and recovery.

Principal responsibilities

  • To assist individuals with personal care tasks, including washing, dressing, toileting, and maintaining hygiene in a respectful and dignified manner.
  • To support clients with mobility, including the safe use of aids, equipment, and rehabilitation techniques as directed by health professionals.
  • To promote independence through encouragement, motivation, and active participation in daily routines such as meal preparation, household tasks, and personal goal setting.
  • To provide support with medication prompts in accordance with individual care plans.
  • To observe, record, and report any changes in an individual’s health, wellbeing, or circumstances to the Recovery Support Coordinator or Community Team Lead.
  • To work collaboratively with occupational therapists, physiotherapists, and nurses to deliver personalised recovery plans.
  • To encourage engagement in social and therapeutic activities that support emotional and physical wellbeing.
  • To assist with light domestic duties where required, ensuring a safe and comfortable home environment.
  • To maintain accurate records and contribute to reviews, ensuring that care remains responsive and effective.
  • To adhere to all company policies, procedures, and safeguarding standards at all times.

Personal attributes

  • Compassionate, patient, and understanding.
  • Self-motivated and well organised.
  • Able to encourage and empower others to achieve independence.
  • Flexible and adaptable to changing needs.
  • Reliable and committed to providing high-quality care.
  • Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
  • Ability to use own initiative and follow guidance from healthcare professionals.
  • Access to a vehicle and a full UK driving licence.

Additional Information

Please note: We are unable to offer sponsorship at this time.

Full induction and ongoing training provided.

Opportunities for career progression.

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