Care Assistant (Days)

Company: Jewish Care
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Location: Ilford
Job Description:

Our multi-award-winning organisation is looking to recruit a Care Assistant to join our Care team.

This isn’t just a job—it’s about building relationships, creating moments that matter, and helping people feel valued every single day.

As a Care Assistant, you’ll support residents with daily living, from personal care to mealtimes and activities, always taking a person-centred approach. You’ll get to know each resident as an individual—what matters to them, what makes them smile—and tailor your support to help them live well.

No two days are the same, but every day is meaningful.

What you’ll be doing

Supporting residents with personal care and daily routinesProviding companionship and emotional supportEncouraging independence, choice, and dignityAssisting with meals, activities, and wellbeingWorking as part of a supportive team to deliver outstanding careBuilding positive relationships with residents, families, and colleagues

What we’re looking for

You don’t need to have worked in care before (although it’s great if you have). What really matters is who you are:

Kind, patient, and compassionateA great listener with a positive attitudeReliable and a strong team playerComfortable supporting people with a range of needsWilling to learn and develop

What you’ll get in return

Full training and ongoing supportOpportunities to develop your career in careA welcoming, supportive team environmentThe chance to make a genuine difference every day

Working pattern

You’ll work on a two-week rolling rota:

Week 1: 4 daysWeek 2: 2 days12-hour shifts (8am–8pm), including some weekends

Why this role matters

For many of our residents, you’ll be the person who brightens their day, supports them through challenges, and helps them feel safe, respected, and valued. That’s a big responsibility—but also an incredibly rewarding one.

Jewish Care is the largest provider of health and social care services for the Jewish community in the UK. Every week, we touch the lives of 10,000 people. We provide services to a range of people including older people, people with mental health needs and people living with dementia.

Our five values are at the heart of the way we work. They drive how we act as individuals and as an organisation and shape our culture. We value Excellence, Integrity, Innovation, Compassion, and Inclusivity.

Jewish Care operate a rolling recruitment process and reserve the right to close the advert once a suitable candidate has been identified.

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Posted: October 11th, 2026