Care Assistant - Care Home

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 8 May 2026
LOCATION
Eastleigh
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Entry-level
CATEGORY
Social Care
This employer holds a UK Home Office sponsor license — sponsorship for this specific role is at the employer’s discretion

SKILLS

Caring for older people Communication skills Empathy Compassion Assisting with daily living Providing companionship Following care plans Supporting with food and drink

FULL DESCRIPTION

Care Assistant - Care Home

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is hiring a Care Assistant in Eastleigh. This permanent role offers £13.79 per hour and requires experience caring for older people, empathy, and strong communication skills.

Job Summary

ABOUT THE ROLE As a Care Assistant at a [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] care home, you'll help residents enjoy each day by making sure they get the quality care and support they deserve. You'll assist with daily living, providing support and companionship and sharing great moments and memories too. It's a chance to bring your dedication and compassion to a fulfilling environment. Every day will be different, so you can expect to undertake work that's as varied as it is rewarding. As a Care Assistant, you could be doing anything from supporting residents with their food and drink and following care plans to ensuring that each of our residents has one-to-one time. It's an opportunity to put your skills to meaningful use and develop your career.

Main Duties

  • Assist with daily living activities
  • Provide companionship and emotional support
  • Support residents with food and drink
  • Follow care plans
  • Ensure one-to-one time for each resident

About You

To join us as a Care Assistant you'll need to have some experience of caring for older people, a can-do approach and excellent communication skills. Your empathy and warm-hearted approach will shine through, but above all, you'll have the compassion needed to deliver the highest standard of care and support for all our residents.

About [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is a company dedicated to providing high quality care for older people in care homes across the UK. They aim to create a fulfilling environment where residents can enjoy their day-to-day lives with the support needed.

Rewards Package

  • Competitive rate of pay (£13.79 per hour)
  • Free training and development
  • Wellbeing and support tools
  • Retail discounts and savings
  • Refer a Friend bonus scheme
  • Employee of the Month rewards and Long Service Awards

Key Details

  • Date posted: 29 April 2026
  • Closing date: 28 June 2026
  • Salary: £13.79 an hour
  • Contract: Permanent
  • Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time
  • Location: [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal], Eastleigh, SO53 2DU
  • Reference: 1495705956

Employer Contact

For questions, contact the Recruitment Team at [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] via [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal].

Application Instructions

Apply via the link on the NHS Jobs website.

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