private

Care Assistant

Excelcare Holdings

Harwich, EssexView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)

Salary

£27,976 to £28,808

Contract

Not specified

Hours

Full time

Closing date

Not specified

In plain English

What this job actually involves

You will help residents with daily tasks, give emotional support and work with a caring team. The role suits people who are kind, reliable and enjoy helping older adults.

What you'll need

  • Be over 18 and have the right to work in the UK.
  • Show a caring attitude and reliability.
  • Have basic health and social care training (e.g., NVQ Level 2) or be willing to train.
  • Pass a DBS (criminal record) check.
  • Communicate clearly with residents and staff.
  • Be able to work full‑time shifts.

How to boost your chances

  • Write a short cover letter showing why you like helping older people.
  • Highlight any caring experience, even volunteer work.
  • List any relevant qualifications clearly on your CV.
  • Provide references who can speak about your reliability.
  • Research Excelcare and mention it in your application.
  • Be ready to discuss how you would support someone with dementia.

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

As a Care Assistant at our Lime Court Care home in Harwich , you will be part of a compassionate and welcoming team providing physical, emotional, and social support. Your dedication, reliability and support will make a difference every day. Excelcare is a familyowned Care Home group established for over 34 years. We provide the highest standards of care to older people with a range of needs including dementia, physical disabilities, and mental health issues. By joining us you will become one o…

How to apply

Applications are handled entirely by the employer on the original advert. We do not collect CVs, supporting statements or application data.

Provenance

Source

Adzuna

First seen

8 October 2026

Last checked

8 October 2026

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

About the employer

EH
Excelcare Holdings

private

This listing was structured from Adzuna. Vacancy details and the application process remain the responsibility of the original source.

We would like to set one optional cookie that recognises your browser when you come back, so we can tell returning visitors from new ones. It stays off unless you say yes, and you can change your mind at any time. Cookies that keep you signed in are always on. Read our cookie policy