Care Assistant
About this role
Care Assistant (Days / Nights) — Leominster Care Home
Position: Care Assistant
Location: Leominster Care Home, 44 Bargates, Leominster, HR6 8EY
Employment Type: Permanent, Full-Time (Must be flexible to cover both day and night shifts | Shift Patterns: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM or 8:00 PM – 8:00 AM)
Salary: £13.10 – £14.10 per hour, depending on experience
About Us
As a supportive bridge staffing agency, we are proud to connect dedicated care professionals with exceptional residential environments. We are currently recruiting on behalf of Leominster Care Home—a fantastic award-winning community (part of an organisation recognized as Care Home Provider of the Year) dedicated to delivering person-centred care, supporting independence, and creating a warm, family-oriented atmosphere.
Role Overview
We are seeking a compassionate, positive, and motivated Care Assistant to join our team. Whether you are an experienced carer or brand new to the sector, you will be at the heart of making a daily difference, providing high-quality personal, social, and emotional care that brings warmth, kindness, and dignity to our residents.
Key Responsibilities:
Assist residents with a high standard of personal, social, and clinical care, recognising and meeting their individual needs.
Support residents with a wide range of requirements, from companionship to specialised personal care.
Work collaboratively as part of a close-knit team, supporting nurses and senior care assistants in monitoring residents and reporting changes.
Communicate effectively with residents' families, friends, and external healthcare professionals.
Key Requirements & Qualifications
A genuinely caring nature, great interpersonal skills, and a passion for making a real impact on people's lives.
Flexibility to cover both day and night shift patterns (8am-8pm / 8pm-8am).
No prior experience necessary—comprehensive training and full support are provided to help you learn from the best in the industry, including digital care systems.
Exceptional Benefits Package
Working through our staffing partnership at Leominster unlocks an incredible array of wellbeing rewards and financial perks:
Pay & Hours: Competitive hourly rate (£13.10 – £14.10/hr) on a permanent full-time flexible contract.
Health & Wellbeing: 24/7 My Healthcare access (remote GP appointments, physiotherapy, and mental health support), a ~£350 annual healthcare product allowance, and a specialized Menopause Plan.
Workplace Perks: Free meal on every shift, 28 days holiday, and an enhanced frontline sick pay scheme for financial reassurance during absences.
Financial Flexibility & Support: Wagestream (early access to up to 40% of earned wages instantly), interest-free annual travel loans, and competitive Bupa pension plans.