Care Assistant
About this role
Supportive Bridge Staffing Agency
Job Title: Care Assistant
Location: Colonia Court Care Home, St Andrews Avenue, Colchester, CO4 3AN
Rate of Pay: £12.75 per hour
Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time (Day and night shifts, including alternate weekends)
Ratings: CQC Rating: Good | Carehome.co.uk Rating: 9.7 / 10
About the Role
We are partnering with Colonia Court Care Home in Colchester—a modern, purpose-built home set in leafy, beautiful landscaped gardens with a stellar 9.7/10 carehome.co.uk rating—to find a compassionate and dedicated Care Assistant. Colonia Court offers nursing, residential, dementia, and short-stay recovery care, alongside a specialized unit dedicated to supporting people living with Huntington's disease.
As a Care Assistant through Supportive Bridge, you will be at the heart of daily life, providing person-centred support that helps our residents live happy, fulfilling lives with dignity, independence, and choice.
Key Responsibilities
Support residents with a wide range of differing requirements, spanning from friendly companionship to full personal care.
Observe, manage, and document residents' wellbeing and behaviour, reporting any changes accurately in accordance with legal and regulatory standards.
Support nutrition and hydration needs, encouraging and assisting residents to eat and drink according to their personalised care plans.
Provide essential physical and mental stimulation through engaging social and recreational activities, both in groups and on a one-to-one basis.
Maintain accurate, up-to-date care plans in line with regulatory requirements.
What We Are Looking For
A motivated, positive individual equipped with great interpersonal and communication skills.
The ability to work seamlessly both independently and as part of a close-knit multi-disciplinary team.
Desirable: Previous experience in a care home environment or a relevant Health and Social Care qualification.
Why Join Through Us at Colonia Court?
Competitive Pay: £12.75 per hour on a permanent, full-time contract covering flexible day and night shifts.
Financial Flexibility: Access Wagestream to instantly draw down up to 40% of your earned wages before payday.
Health & Wellbeing Support: Free 24/7 access to My Healthcare (remote GP appointments, physiotherapy, and mental health support) plus an annual healthcare product allowance of approximately £350.
Leave & Security: 28 days holiday and a frontline sick pay scheme to support you during longer absences.
Daily Perks: Free meals provided on every shift and interest-free annual travel loans for public transport.
Comprehensive Benefits: Enhanced pension plans, parental leave options, a dedicated Menopause Plan, and long-service milestone rewards.