Care Assistant

Job description

** Porthaven Care Homes do not currently offer sponsorship or relocation packages **

Are you looking for a rewarding career in health and social care but don't yet have the experience?

Are you an experienced Care Assistant searching for a warm, supportive, and caring environment?

If so, Porthaven Care Homes would love to hear from you!

About the RoleAs a Care Assistant you will make a real difference in people's lives every day with a rewarding career. You will care for our residents as though they are your own family, ensuring the physical, social, mental and emotional wellbeing.Daily responsibilities in this role include:

Respect each resident as an individual, tailoring care to their personal needs and preferences according to their care plan.

Support residents with daily living activities including; washing, toileting, dressing and grooming.

Promote choice, dignity, and independence through person-centred care.

Support residents during mealtimes and ensure they have access to food and refreshments whenever they wish

Build meaningful relationships with residents and their families through kindness, empathy, and compassion with residents.

About YouWhether you're new to the care sector or bring previous experience, a role at Porthaven Care Homes offers a truly rewarding and fulfilling career.

We're currently looking for a Care Assistant who is:

Cheerful, caring, and naturally compassionate

Reliable, with the flexibility to work a range of shifts

Eager to learn and grow — full training and ongoing development is provided by our dedicated Learning & Development team

A strong communicator who works well as part of a team

Respectful and understanding of each individual's unique needs

Most importantly, you'll have a genuine desire to support vulnerable people and make a meaningful difference in their lives every day.

The successful candidate will be subject to the provision of satisfactory references and a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, and they must be authorised to work in the United Kingdom.

Porthaven are proud to have signed the Armed Forces Covenant pledging our commitment and support to the Armed Forces community, veterans, reservists and their families.

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

London

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

26-05-2026

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