Care Assistant (Days and/or Nights) - St Vincent's Retirement home

Job Posted: 2 March 2026

• Contract Term: Permanent
• Location: Ryde, Isle of Wight
• Contract Type: Full or part time
• Salary: Competitive
• Industries: Health & Social Care

Job Start Date: All positions subject to Enhanced DBS and satisfactory reference

Job Purpose

To provide high-quality, person-centred care and support to residents, promoting dignity, independence, privacy, and wellbeing at all times within a residential care home environment.

Key Responsibilities

Personal Care

• Assist residents with daily living activities including washing, bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting.
• Support residents with mobility, transfers, and use of mobility aids.
• Assist with eating and drinking where required while encouraging independence.

Health & Wellbeing

• Monitor residents’ physical and emotional wellbeing and report any concerns to senior staff.
• Support residents with medication administration (where trained and authorised).
• Maintain accurate care records and documentation.

Emotional & Social Support

• Build positive relationships with residents, families, and colleagues.
• Encourage participation in social activities and community engagement.
• Provide companionship and emotional reassurance.

Daily Living Support

• Assist residents with meal preparation and serving meals.
• Support housekeeping tasks such as maintaining clean and safe living environments.
• Promote choice, independence, and respect for residents’ preferences.

Safeguarding & Safety

• Follow safeguarding procedures to protect vulnerable adults.
• Adhere to health and safety policies, infection control, and moving & handling procedures.
• Respond appropriately to emergencies.

Skills & Experience

Essential:

• Caring and compassionate nature.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Reliable and flexible approach to shift work.
• Basic literacy and record-keeping skills.

Desirable:

• Previous experience in a care setting.
• NVQ/QCF Level 2 or 3 in Health & Social Care (or willingness to work towards).
• Knowledge of dementia care.

Personal Attributes

• Patient and empathetic.
• Respectful and trustworthy.
• Professional attitude.
• Commitment to maintaining residents’ dignity and confidentiality.

Working Conditions

• Shift work including evenings, weekends, and bank holidays.
• Manual handling duties involved.
• Training and supervision provided.

Other Duties

• Attend training sessions and staff meetings.
• Follow company policies and procedures.
• Undertake any reasonable duties requested by management.

Company Benefits

• Supportive, friendly management and team culture
• DBS paid for 
• Opportunities for continued training and professional development
• Competitive pay rates.
• Flexible shift patterns 
• A rewarding role where you can truly make a difference
• Free meals (12hr shifts)
• Onsite Parking 
• Discount on ferry travel 
• Uniform Provided 
• Blue Light Card Paid for

 Apply today and join a team that values compassion, respect, and excellence in care.

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