Care Assistant (Days) - Bridge House Residential Home

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Who We Are

Bridge House Residential Home is a warm, welcoming, and person-centred care home supporting both residential and dementia care. As part of Lotus Care, we are committed to delivering the highest standards of care through compassion, dignity, and respect.

Our team works closely with residents and their families to create a safe, supportive, and homely environment where individuals can thrive. We take pride in providing tailored care that meets each resident’s unique needs, promoting independence, comfort, and overall wellbeing.

About the Role

Bridge House are currently looking for 2 Care Assistants to work dayshifts of 8am-8pm, 3-4 days per week, on an alternating shift pattern as stated below:

Week 1 - Monday, Tuesday, Saturday, Sunday

Week 2 - Wednesday, Thursday, Friday.

The Care Assistant (Days) plays a key role within the care home, supporting the delivery of safe, person-centred, high-quality care. Working alongside the management team, the Care Assistant leads by example, oversees daily care delivery, and supports and ensures residents’ physical, emotional and social needs are met. The role involves care planning support, effective communication with families and professionals, and maintaining a warm, dignified environment where residents feel valued and respected.

Please note: this role does not offer visa sponsorship.

Key Responsibilities

Work alongside and support a team of care staff during day shifts, ensuring high standards of person-centred care.
Contribute to care planning, risk assessments and daily documentation, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
Provide hands‑on personal care, emotional support and companionship to residents.
Act as a point of contact for residents, families and visiting professionals, promoting positive relationships.
Monitor residents’ wellbeing, reporting changes promptly and escalating concerns appropriately.
Ensure safeguarding principles are upheld and concerns are reported immediately.
Promote dignity, choice, independence and meaningful engagement throughout daily routines.
Maintain a clean, safe and welcoming environment in line with infection control and health & safety standards.

About You

We’re looking for someone who:

Has previous experience in a Care Assistant role. (essential)
Has experience supporting and completing care plans.
Has a knowledge of CQC regulatory requirements and quality standards
Has awareness of dementia care, end‑of‑life care or any other specialist areas.
Is confident liaising with families, external professionals and multidisciplinary teams.
Can contribute to continuous improvement and wellbeing initiatives
Has a positive, proactive approach to problem-solving.