Care Assistant

Job description

As a Care Assistant at Alex Wood House Care Home, you will be responsible for ensuring a high level of care is provided to our residents.

About Alex Wood House Care HomeAlex Wood House is an exceptional residential care home in Cambridge. We pride ourselves on our family‐feel, attractive gardens, and outstanding care to each of our residents.

About the roleReporting to the Team Leader, the Care Assistant will provide high‐quality care to residents at all times, paying attention to their specific and individual needs. You will participate in meaningful activities when possible and ensure that care plans are appropriate to each resident's needs.

Salary£12.71 per hour.

Shift PatternUp to 44 hours per week, 12‐hour shifts worked on a rota basis from Monday to Sunday.

LocationFortescue Road, Cambridge, England, CB4 2JS – 3 miles from the city centre.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

Deliver care in the home, ensuring continuous assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of residents' care.

Assist residents during meal times ensuring they receive meals that are suitable.

Assist with and participate in all activities provided within the home to promote person‐centred care.

Attend and complete all training and qualifications (statutory, mandatory and developmental).

Training, Skills & Experience Required

Passion for care – a genuinely caring individual who will put the needs of our residents first.

Experience in a care position and NVQ/QCF Level 2 or 3 Diploma in Health & Social Care is highly desirable – we can support you to achieve all required qualifications.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with an enthusiastic and positive attitude.

What we can offer

Fully comprehensive induction.

Competitive salary, plus enhancements on bank holidays.

28 days of holiday per year.

Free Blue Light Card & access to the Blue Light discount platform.

Refer a friend scheme.

Opportunities for learning and development, including fully funded apprenticeships to progress to CHAPS or nursing roles.

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Cambridge

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

31-05-2026

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