Care Assistant

Company: Somerleigh Court Care Home
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Location: Dorchester
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Care Assistant

Hours: Days, Nights or Bank – 24, 36 or 48 per week (Must be able to work alternate weekends)

Location: Somerleigh Court, Somerleigh Road, Dorchester, DT1 1AQ

If youre a compassionate person with a love for helping others, wed like to talk to you.

Our residents need the support of caring people, like you, to help them lead fulfilling lives.

Experience isnt required, but a kind personality is. We provide full training and ongoing development to help you build confidence, gain qualifications, and progress your professional career.

Were Looking For

  • Full and part-time candidates
  • With compassion and a drive to help others.
  • Youll need good written/verbal communication and people skills.
  • We like people who work well in a team.
  • Flexibility is important. Team members work alternate weekends.
  • Good IT skills, able to work with electronic devices and/or computer systems.

Benefits

  • Free/onsite parking
  • Company pension
  • Full inductions and brilliant opportunities for career development.
  • Free Uniform and DBS.

How Youll Make a DifferenceYoull be helping our residents live satisfying and dignified lives by supporting their physical and emotional needs. As part of a kind and caring team, you will:

  • Organise and take part in social and recreational activities.
  • Assist with residents personal care and mealtimes.
  • Provide support to help residents maintain their independence.
  • Get to know residents and their families to provide the best possible care. xwwtmva
  • Maintain accurate records.

About Us

Welford Healthcare was founded in 2017 with the goal of building a boutique collection of quality care homes across the UK. Our strategy is to grow our business by

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Posted: September 22nd, 2026