Care Assistant

Richmond Villages; Poole; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A health provider in Poole is seeking a Care Assistant to provide person-centred care enabling residents to maintain independence. Key responsibilities include supporting personal care, documenting residents' behavior, and ensuring nutritional needs are met. Ideal candidates should have strong interpersonal skills and a desire to help others. This is an entry-level, full-time position with various health benefits and career development opportunities.

Benefits

Free healthcare access

Annual healthcare allowance

Early access to earned wages

28 days holiday

Additional sick pay scheme

Long service rewards

Free meals on shifts

Interest-free travel loan

Bupa pension plans

Parental leave schemes

Menopause support

Gym discounts

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a care home environment is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support residents with requirements from companionship to personal care.
• Observe and manage residents’ behavior, documenting changes.
• Support residents’ nutrition and hydration needs.
• Provide stimulation through social and recreational activities.
• Maintain accurate care plans.

Skills

Motivation

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Ability to work independently

Ability to work as part of a team

Education

Health and Social Care qualification

Job description

The Lindsay Care Home, 47A Lindsay Road, Poole BH13 6A

Permanent contract – alternate weekends required – £12.60 – £13.60 depending on experience

Job Description

As a Care Assistant, you’ll provide person‑centred care that supports residents’ independence and honours choice, ensuring they live a life they truly love.

Key Responsibilities

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

What we’re looking for

• Motivation, positivity, and great interpersonal skills.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work 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 for a variety of health‑related issues.
• Annual allowance redeemable against a menu of Bupa healthcare products (approx. £350).
• Wagestream – early access to up to 40% of earned wages.
• 28 days holiday.
• Additional sick pay scheme on top of statutory sick pay.
• Long service rewards – ecards, extra holidays, and money.
• Free meal on every shift.
• Interest‑free annual travel loan for public transport season tickets.
• Range of Bupa pension plans.
• Parental leave – schemes for adoption, birth parents and co‑parents.
• Menopause Plan – empowerment for women seeking advice and treatment.
• Access to 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, putting customers first. We make health happen by being brave, caring, and responsible in everything we do.

EEO Statement

Bupa is a Level 2 Disability Confident Employer. We aim to offer an interview/assessment to every disabled applicant who meets the minimum criteria for the role and provide reasonable adjustments as part of our recruitment process.

Time Type

Full time

Job Area

Care Home – Care support

Location

Poole, England, United Kingdom

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Contract

Job function

Other

Industries

Hospitals and Healthcare