Care Assistant

Job description

About ArtekArtek Services & Solutions (Artek) is a UK‐based recruitment and development firm specialising in HR talent solutions. Our mission is "Enrich to Evolve" — supporting individuals and organisations through recruitment, training, and career development.

Client and Job InformationWe are recruiting on behalf of our valued client—a trusted care provider committed to delivering compassionate and person‐centred support to individuals in need of care.

LocationCoventry, UK

Job TypeFull‐time

Shift PatternDays & Nights

Pay Rate£12.21 per hour

Job SummaryThe Care Assistant will provide high‐quality personal care and support to individuals, ensuring a safe, comfortable, and dignified living environment. The role involves assisting with daily activities, monitoring wellbeing, and contributing to the overall physical and emotional comfort of clients in their own homes or in a care setting.

Key Responsibilities

Assist service users with personal care tasks, including washing, dressing, toileting, and oral hygiene.

Support mobility, moving, and handling, using appropriate equipment where necessary.

Help with meal preparation, feeding, and ensuring adequate hydration.

Monitor and record service users' overall well‐being and any changes in condition, reporting to senior staff.

Undertake light domestic tasks such as cleaning, laundry, and tidying to maintain a pleasant environment.

Assist in the administration of medication, following strict protocols and under supervision.

Provide companionship and emotional support, encouraging social interaction and mental stimulation.

Accompany service users on outings or to appointments as required.

Maintain accurate and confidential care records in line with company policy.

Uphold the dignity, rights, and independence of all service users at all times.

Required Skills & Knowledge

Understanding of care principles and a person‐centred approach.

Ability to assist with moving and handling, following safe practices.

Good communication and interpersonal skills, with patience and empathy.

Ability to follow instructions and work well as part of a team.

Observant and attentive to the needs of others.

Basic record‐keeping skills and attention to detail.

Qualifications & Experience

A relevant care qualification (e.g., NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care) is desirable but not essential.

Previous experience in a care role (residential home, nursing home, or community setting) is advantageous.

Freshers with a genuine passion for care and a willingness to learn are strongly encouraged to apply.

A valid enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check will be required for the successful candidate.

About Artek (Recruitment)Artek is a recruitment and development firm that specializes in IT and Healthcare. We help you find qualified professionals, provide them with both IT and Healthcare training, and offer IT development services.

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Coventry

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

31-03-2026

Profession type

Home Care Jobs

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English