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Hiring Support Worker and Health care Assistant for Care Homes

Purus Healthcare Ltd

Weston, Portland

Salary

£26,436 to £27,040

Contract

Not specified

Hours

Part time

Closing date

Not specified

In plain English

What this job actually involves

This job involves supporting people with special needs in a care home, doing tasks like helping with daily routines, serving meals, and providing activities. It's a part-time role that suits someone who enjoys working with people and is willing to take on responsibility. You'll work with a team to keep residents safe and happy.

What you'll need

  • You'll need to be able to work part-time shifts, including evenings and weekends.
  • You'll need to be able to lift and move people safely, and stand for long periods.
  • You'll need to be able to work as part of a team and follow instructions.
  • You'll need to be able to keep confidential information private.
  • You'll need to be able to work with people who have special needs and be patient and understanding.

How to boost your chances

  • Consider volunteering in a care home to get experience and see if this type of work is right for you.
  • Think about taking a first aid course to learn how to respond in emergencies.
  • Practice your communication skills by talking to people with different needs and abilities.
  • Look into local training courses to learn more about supporting people with special needs.
  • Be prepared to work in a fast-paced environment and think on your feet.

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Job description

Supervises and monitors residents with special needs * Takes responsibility for shifts and service during duty * Responds to emergencies, offering guidance and support to care workers * Assists service users with dressing, undressing, washing, toileting, and bathing * Assists with medication, moving patients from one place to another * Serves meals and aids with feeding, ensuring overall comfort * Provides stimulating activities for service users * Supports daily tasks like letter writing, bill…

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

12 August 2026

Last checked

22 August 2026

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

About the employer

PHL
Purus Healthcare Ltd

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