Care Assistant

Richmond Villages; Bishop's Stortford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A care provider in Bishop's Stortford is seeking a motivated Care Assistant to support residents with personal care, nutrition, and activities. The role requires excellent communication skills and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. Full-time shifts are available, with competitive pay and numerous benefits including healthcare support and holiday allowances.

Benefits

Free Healthcare support

Annual allowance for healthcare products

Early access to wages

28 days holiday

Sick pay scheme

Free meals

Interest-free travel loan

Pension plans

Parental leave

Menopause Plan

Gym discounts

Qualifications

• Motivated individual with a positive attitude and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in a care home environment is desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Support residents' personal care and companionship.
• Manage and document residents' behavior as per legislation.
• Encourage nutrition and hydration according to care plans.
• Provide physical and mental stimulation through activities.
• Maintain accurate care plans in compliance with regulations.

Skills

Motivation

Interpersonal skills

Excellent communication skills

Ability to work independently

Teamwork

Education

Health and Social Care qualification

Job description

Care Assistant

Premier Court Care Home, Thorley Lane East, Thorley, Bishop's Stortford, CM23 4BH

Pay: £12.60 - £13.60 per hour (dependent on experience)

Full‑time, days or nights – 4 × 12‑hour shifts, alternate weekends

Key Responsibilities

• Support residents with a wide range of differing requirements from companionship to personal care.
• Observe and manage residents' behaviour with care and ensure to document and report any changes in accordance with the required legislation.
• Support residents' nutrition and hydration needs, encouraging and assisting them to eat and drink according to their care plan.
• Provide essential physical and mental stimulation through social and recreational activities, both in groups and individually.
• Maintain accurate care plans in line with regulatory & legal requirements.

What We're Looking For

• Motivation, positivity, and great interpersonal skills.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Desirable: Previous experience in a care home environment or a Health and Social Care qualification.

Benefits

• My Healthcare – free access to 24/7 support, advice, and treatment including remote GP appointments, physiotherapy, and mental health support.
• Annual allowance to be redeemed against a menu of Bupa healthcare products, valued approximately £350.
• Wagestream – early access to up to 40% of earned wages within minutes.
• 28 days holiday.
• Sick pay scheme on top of statutory sick pay for longer absences.
• Long service rewards: ecards, extra holidays, and money at milestones.
• Free meal on every shift.
• Interest‑free annual travel loan for public transport season tickets.
• Range of Bupa pension plans available.
• Parental leave for adoption, birth parents, and co‑parents.
• Menopause Plan – designed to empower women to seek advice and treatment.
• Discounts at a wide variety of gyms and fitness facilities across the UK.

Why Bupa?

We're a health insurer and provider. With no shareholders, our customers are our focus. Our people are driven by the same purpose – helping people live longer, healthier, happier lives and making a better world. We make health happen by being brave, caring and responsible in everything we do.

Bupa is a Level 2 Disability Confident Employer. We will offer an interview/assessment to every disabled applicant who meets the minimum criteria for the role and provide reasonable adjustments as needed.