private

Care Assistant

Care UK

Buckingham, Buckinghamshire

Salary

£27,976

Contract

Not specified

Hours

Not specified

Closing date

Not specified

In plain English

What this job actually involves

As a Care Assistant, you'll help older people with daily tasks, support them to stay active and independent, and get to know them as individuals. This role suits someone who is caring, patient, and enjoys working with people. You'll work as part of a team to make a real difference in people's lives.

What you'll need

  • You'll need to be at least 18 years old and have a good understanding of personal care and boundaries.
  • You'll need to be able to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.
  • You'll need to be able to communicate effectively with older people, their families, and other staff members.
  • You'll need to be able to work as part of a team and support colleagues when needed.
  • You may need to have a DBS check (this is a background check to work with vulnerable people).

How to boost your chances

  • Consider volunteering or working in a care setting to gain experience before applying.
  • Think about what motivates you to work in care and be prepared to talk about it in your application.
  • Make sure you read and understand the job description and person specification before applying.
  • Practice your communication skills by talking to older people or working with people from different backgrounds.
  • Be honest about your strengths and weaknesses in your application.

Written by AI to help you understand this advert in plain English. It can get things wrong — always check the original advert before you apply.

Job description

Are you a passionate and caring individual looking for a rewarding career with excellent training and opportunities for development? Join Care UK, a multi award winning care provider as a Care Assistant. The Role Helping residents to remain as active and independent as possible Support residents with personal care and mealtimes Helping identify residents unique goals and implement personalised care plans Supporting residents to explore new interests and engage in physical activities in a motiva…

How to apply

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Provenance

Source

Adzuna

First seen

10 August 2026

Last checked

28 August 2026

Salary, closing date and description are taken from the employer's advert. The original advert always takes precedence.

About the employer

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Care UK

private

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