Job Advertisement: Permanent Care Assistant (Days)

Position: Care Assistant

Location: Maple Leaf Lodge Care Home, 37 Beacon Lane, Grantham, NG31 9DN

Pay Rate: £13.21 per hour

Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time (36 hours per week)

Shift Pattern: Days

About the Role

As a Supportive Bridge Staffing Agency, we are proud to partner with Barchester Healthcare to connect dedicated, compassionate individuals with rewarding career opportunities.

Are you looking to make a meaningful difference in the lives of older people? As a permanent Care Assistant at Barchester, you’ll help residents enjoy each day by ensuring they receive the quality care, support, and companionship they deserve. From assisting with daily living, food, and drink to providing dedicated one-to-one time and sharing memorable moments, every day is as varied as it is rewarding.

Barchester is one of the UK’s leading healthcare providers—and the only healthcare provider in the UK to be accredited as one of the best companies to work for—offering fantastic training, stability, and long-term career growth opportunities.

About You

To join us as a Care Assistant, you will need:

Some prior experience of caring for older people.
A positive, "can-do" approach and excellent communication skills.
Genuine empathy, a warm-hearted nature, and the compassion needed to deliver the highest standard of care and support.

(Full training and development will be provided to help you thrive in your role!)

Rewards & Benefits Package

Competitive Pay: £13.21 per hour.
Contract Hours: 36 hours per week on a permanent day shift schedule.
Professional Growth: Free training and development for all roles from a top-accredited employer.
Wellbeing Support: Access to dedicated wellbeing and support tools.
Perks & Recognition: A range of retail discounts and savings, 'Employee of the Month' rewards, 'Long Service Awards', and an unlimited 'Refer a Friend' bonus scheme.