Care Assistant
Rosendale, Lydstep – £12.60 to £12.80 per hour – Part Time: 24.5 hours per week.
Plus an annual location allowance of £1,500.
Overview
We’re a leading organisation dedicated to providing exceptional care and support to children and adults with complex needs associated with autism.
Located in Lydstep, Rosendale offers a calm, supportive and homely living environment for up to six adults from the age of 18. The main house contains four en‑suite bedrooms, a large lounge, a teaching area and a kitchen/dining area. Additionally, there is a 2‑bed self‑contained flat. Activities include beach days, cinema trips, swimming adventures and more.
Responsibilities
- Ensure the physical and emotional needs of residents are met through a supportive and caring environment.
- Support residents during recreational activities, outings and community integration.
- Promote independence, self‑esteem and confidence, celebrating achievements and milestones.
- Collaborate with the team to tailor support to individual needs.
- Keep accurate records of all activities, progress and incidents where they arise.
- Perform general housekeeping duties, including meal preparation.
Requirements
- A compassionate and caring nature with a genuine desire to make a positive impact.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build strong relationships.
- Resilience and patience when faced with challenges, adapting to individual needs.
- A willingness to learn and follow guidance from the team.
- Basic IT skills for record keeping and communication purposes.
- A full UK driving licence – essential for supporting residents with transport to appointments and activities.
- The right to work in the UK with at least 12 months remaining on your visa, if applicable.
- No experience required—just passion, patience and commitment.
- Any role involves regulated activity with adults and requires an enhanced DBS with barred list check.
Benefits
- Support at every step – Employee Assistance, Wellbeing Champions and Salary Finance Support.
- Refer a Friend bonus – earn up to £1,000.
- Career development – funded QCF and genuine progression; 97% of managers were promoted internally.
- Health Shield Plan – after probation.
- Enhanced maternity/paternity leave – after 12 months of continuous service.
- Proud signatory of the JGHR Pledge – paid time off for cancer screening and appointments.
If you’re ready to join a dedicated team and make a positive impact on the lives of individuals with autism, we would love to hear from you. Click “Apply” today!
Join us at Orbis Education and Care and be a part of something truly rewarding.
Orbis Education and Care is an equal opportunity employer.
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