Care & Support Assistant

Company: Care South Residential
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Location: Weymouth
Job Description:

About The Role

Join Our Caring Community at Buxton House!

Role: Care & Support Assistant

Location: Buxton House Residential Home, Weymouth (DT4 0QE)

Pay: £13.05 – £13.30 per hour

Hours: Full Time ,Part Time & Bank

Shift Pattern: 08:00 – 20:00 (including alternate weekends)

Are you someone who genuinely wants to make a positive difference in people’s lives? At Buxton House, we’re looking for caring and compassionate people to join our Care Team.

You don’t need previous experience in care — if you’ve worked in customer service, supported your community, or simply have a natural empathy for others, we’d love to hear from you. What matters most is your kindness, understanding, and commitment to helping others feel safe and valued.

We provide a comprehensive induction and training programme, so you’ll be fully supported every step of the way.

If this sounds like you, come and be part of a team that truly makes a difference!

Make a Real Difference Every Day

Everyone working at Care South is dedicated to creating a safe, supportive and enjoyable environment for our residents. We uphold our HEART values – Honesty, Excellence, Approach, Respect and Teamwork – in all aspects of care delivery.

Our care homes provide companionship, social interaction and a happy, fulfilling lifestyle, delivering Food, Fun and Friendship and person‑centred care. Our facilities, activities and care teams enhance the health and happiness of our residents.

No two residents are the same; we love to learn about their stories, hobbies and interests so we can tailor activities and build strong relationships.

Food, Fun and Friendship is at the HEART of everything we do!

Why You’ll Love Working with Us

  • Ongoing training and development
  • Support from a friendly, experienced team and colleagues
  • Delivering person‑centred care that truly makes a difference
  • Encouraging residents to stay independent and active
  • Assisting with personal care and mobility needs
  • Building genuine friendships with residents
  • Creating a positive, team‑focused atmosphere within the home

Your Rewards and Benefits

At Care South, we really value all our staff, whatever the role. We offer a stimulating and incredibly rewarding career. We celebrate all our staff every year through the Care South Stars Awards.

As a not‑for‑profit charity, our focus is firmly on those in our care and those that care for them. Our current benefits package includes:

  • Online/retail discounts – Blue Light Card
  • Paid induction and training
  • Employee referral bonus scheme
  • Free DBS check
  • Contributory pension scheme
  • Life insurance
  • NMC pin fees paid by us
  • Staff association
  • Local staff reward programme
  • Onsite learning and development team
  • Career progression
  • Competitive pay rates
  • Flexible working hours
  • Employee assistance and wellbeing programmes

What You Need to Know

  • You must be 18 years or older.
  • We are unable to offer Visa Sponsorship.

Ready to Join Us?

If you’re kind, caring, and ready to make a difference, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and become part of something truly special.

About Us

People | Passion | Purpose

Care South are one of the top 20 rated Care Home Groups in the UK based on published reviews from residents and their families and friends at carehome.co.uk. As a not‑for‑profit charity, our HEART values are key to us providing outstanding care.

For more information about us, our values and benefits, please visit: http://www.care-south.co.uk/about-us.

For any questions please contact the recruitment team on 01202712448.

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Posted: June 4th, 2026