Care Assistant

Abbeyfield Group; Coventry; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider in Coventry is seeking a Care Assistant to deliver exceptional care to residents in a residential care home. This role involves providing personal and medical support, fostering meaningful relationships, and contributing to care plans. Ideal candidates will be empathetic and sensitive, helping to create a homely environment for residents. This full-time role offers a competitive pay of £12.96/hour, extensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth within a supportive team.

Benefits

Up to 31 days paid leave

Learning and career development opportunities

Company pension

Discounted gym membership

Employee assistance programme

Qualifications

• Must be sensitive and empathetic toward residents' needs.
• Willingness to assist in personal and medical care.
• Must build meaningful relationships with residents.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with personal care tasks.
• Support residents in following their social interests.
• Contribute to developing residents' Care Plans.

Skills

Empathy

Sensitivity

Ability to build relationships

Job description

240 Bredon Ave, Binley, Coventry CV3 2FD, UK

Job Description

Posted Wednesday 17 December 2025 at 01:00 | Expires Monday 5 January 2026 at 00:59

For almost 70 years, Abbeyfield Living Society has been a leading provider of housing and care for older people across England. We're dedicated to exceptional care, and we know it starts with an exceptional team.

Are you someone who thrives on making a difference? Join us and build a rewarding career where your skills and compassion truly matter.

Role: Care Assistant
Phil Mead House Care Home: Phil Mead House is a 28 bed residential care home with a Good CQC rating.
Location: Phil Mead House, 240 Bredon Avenue, Binley, Coventry, England, CV3 2FD
Hours: 24 hours available a week and alternative weekends. 8am - 8pm
Pay: £12.96/h

The Role of Care Assistant

• As one of our highly valued Care Assistants, you'll be at the front line of care delivery.
• You’ll help residents with their individual care needs, such as personal care, medical care and following social interests.
• You’ll build a special bond with each resident, and give professional and emotional support during difficult times, such as periods of illness.
• Your days as a Care Assistant will be varied, interesting and rewarding. You’ll assist residents with washing, dressing, eating, drinking and getting around.
• Importantly, you’ll help make them feel at home. You’ll be respectful of residents’ choices; their dignity and independence.
• You’ll also be integral to developing residents Care Plans, which includes being aware of any specialist support needs.

At Abbeyfield, we are committed to rewarding our staff for their hard work. Our many benefits include:

• £12.96 p/h pay, benchmarked annually.
• Up to 31 days paid leave, including bank/public holidays (pro rata)
• Unlimited opportunities to earn £500 via our 'refer a friend' scheme
• Claim back healthcare expenses with Medicash
• Life Assurance
• Pay progression within role based on skills and contribution
• Learning and career development opportunities
• Company pension
• Discounted gym membership
• An employee assistance programme
• Shop and save vouchers
• Accreditation as a menopause friendly organisation
• Opportunity to obtain Blue Light Card discounts

About You

• Are you sensitive, empathetic and love to care for others? Do you enjoy building meaningful relationships and making a real difference? If that sounds like you, we think you’ll fit right in at Abbeyfield!
• Whether you’re new to the world of care or looking to retrain, we’re looking for people to join our growing team of care assistants.

Please note this role will require eligibility to work in the UK, two satisfactory employment references and an Enhanced DBS check, the cost of which will be met by Abbeyfield. You may be asked to provide details regarding convictions; failure to disclose convictions may result in an offer of employment being revoked.