Care Assistant

Orchard Care Homes; Preston; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider in Preston is seeking a compassionate Care Assistant to deliver personal care and support residents. The ideal candidate will demonstrate empathy, excellent communication, and a commitment to person-centred support. Join our team to make a positive difference in the lives of our residents while benefiting from career development and various employee rewards.

Benefits

Career development from day one

Colleague discounts on shopping and dining

Employee recognition schemes

Confidential employee support programs

Company-supported pension scheme

Fully funded DBS check

Qualifications

• Warm, empathetic, and genuinely passionate about care.
• Excellent communicator and team player.
• Willing to learn and grow professionally.

Responsibilities

• Deliver personal care, including washing and dressing.
• Support residents in activities and appointments.
• Serve meals with warmth and courtesy.
• Maintain a clean and welcoming environment.
• Observe and report changes in residents' wellbeing.
• Act as a key worker for residents.
• Contribute to a positive team culture.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Teamwork

Commitment to person-centred support

Job description

Martin Field Road, Penwortham, Preston, Lancashire, PR1 9HL

Care Assistant

Location: Penwortham Grange & Lodge Care Home – Martin Field Road, Penwortham, Preston, Lancashire, PR1 9HL

Salary: £12.21 - £12.46 per hour

Schedule: Full & Part-time available – Day Shifts

Are you looking for a career where you can truly make a difference every single day? At Orchard Care Homes, we believe in empowering extraordinary people to deliver exceptional care. If you’re compassionate, enthusiastic, and ready to grow in a supportive and rewarding environment, this is the opportunity for you.

What You'll Be Doing

• Delivering personal care such as washing, dressing, toileting, and oral hygiene
• Supporting residents in meaningful activities, leisure outings, and appointments
• Serving meals and refreshments with warmth and courtesy
• Maintaining a clean, pleasant, and welcoming environment
• Observing and reporting changes in residents’ physical or emotional wellbeing
• Acting as a key worker for a group of residents, ensuring care is tailored to their individual preferences
• Supporting new team members and contributing to a positive team culture

We’re seeking someone who is:

• Warm, empathetic, and genuinely passionate about care
• Committed to person-centred support
• Excellent communicator and team player
• Willing to learn and grow professionally
• Respectful of privacy, dignity, and independence

Benefits

• Career development from day one, with clear progression pathways
• Hundreds of colleague discounts every month across shopping, holidays, dining, tech, and more
• Excellent employee recognition schemes such as "Making a Difference" award and "Long Service Awards"
• Free emotional, practical, and financial support that’s fully confidential, through an Employee Assistance Programme helpline and wellbeing app that’s available 24/7, all year round
• Company-supported pension scheme to invest in your future
• Fully funded DBS check

About Penwortham Grange & Lodge Care Home

Rated ‘Good’ by CQC, Penwortham Grange & Lodge is a purpose-built, modern and bright residential care home in Penwortham, only 10 minutes away from Preston town centre.

Orchard Care Homes has been providing care for older people for over 15 years. We are committed to being at the heart of the local community and delivering the same level of care that we would all wish for our loved ones.

We believe in investing in our people. Your professional development will be actively encouraged, with plenty of training and progression opportunities across our portfolio of homes.

Apply Today

If you're ready to bring your compassion, energy, and dedication to a role that truly makes a difference, apply today and help us provide the kind of care every person deserves.

We proudly support the Armed Forces community and welcome applications from veterans, reservists, and military spouses as part of our commitment to the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme. We value the unique skills and experiences that service personnel bring and are dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.