private

Care Assistant - Extra Care - Southampton (GPR) (R5B178EC)

Care Quality Services

Rownhams, SouthamptonView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)

Salary

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Contract

Not specified

Hours

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Closing date

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In plain English

What this job actually involves

You will support residents in an Extra Care Unit to live as independently as possible, following personal care plans. The role suits caring, patient people, whether you have experience or just a love of helping others.

What you'll need

  • Show compassion, patience and a caring attitude
  • Be willing to complete the training the employer provides
  • Have basic communication skills to talk with residents and staff
  • Be able to follow written care plans and instructions
  • Usually need the right to work in the UK and a DBS check

How to boost your chances

  • Mention any caring experience, even informal, on your CV
  • Give a short example of a time you helped someone in a friendly way
  • Check you can obtain a DBS check before applying
  • Be ready to discuss flexible shift availability
  • Dress neatly for the interview and show genuine enthusiasm

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

Working in Extra Care Whether you already have previous professional experience, you've cared for a loved one or you simply enjoy supporting others, your compassion, patience, and understanding are exactly what we need. It's your values and kindness that matter most and we will provide all the training you need. As a care assistant at our Extra Care Unit, you will be supporting residents, who all have varying needs to live as independently as possible, with personalised care and support plans i…

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

16 August 2026

Last checked

13 October 2026

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

About the employer

CQS
Care Quality Services

private

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