About the role
We are looking for people who are passionate about care and want to support older people to live well in later life. This role is for a Health Care Assistant based in Malvern, working within our residential and nursing care homes that specialise in dementia care.
No prior experience is needed – all training will be provided. Bring a passion for care, a willingness to learn, and the ability to support residents in maintaining their independence, choice and dignity.
Responsibilities
- Deliver person‑centred care that is tailored to each resident’s needs.
- Monitor, record and administer care records.
- Assist with mobility and personal care activities.
- Provide companionship and support to residents.
- Work flexible shift patterns, including evenings, weekends and unsociable hours.
Skills and attributes
- Empathetic, respectful and reliable.
- Self‑motivated, flexible and able to work as part of a team.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Basic numeracy and digital skills.
- Problem‑solving and adaptability in changing situations.
Benefits and support
- Learning, development and progression opportunities.
- Wellbeing support – employee assistance programme offering up to 10 counselling, 4 life, 4 leadership and 3 financial coaching sessions per person per year.
- Retail discount schemes.
- Access to loans at affordable rates and salary advance.
- Health cash plans for you and your family.
- Cycle to work scheme.
- Long service awards that increase with length of service.
- Referral bonus – £200 for each friend who is successfully hired.
- Group pension plan with a 6% contribution from the charity.
- Free parking at the homes.
- Evening, weekend and bank holiday enhancements to pay, plus overtime premiums.
- Uniforms and free DBS checks.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Friends of the Elderly is dedicated to equality, diversity and inclusion, fostering a workplace where everyone feels valued and accepted. We welcome requests for reasonable adjustments for disabled and neurodivergent applicants during recruitment or interviews. For a career in care that makes a difference, please apply now.
EEO Statement
Friends of the Elderly is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or any other status protected by law.
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