Job requirements
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Essential
1 listedRequirements the employer expects applicants to meet.
- Qualifications
Candidates should be compassionate, empathetic, and have a passion for providing quality care to residents.
Desirable
Not listed in the available specification.
Job summary
About the Home: Stowford House Care Home, Faringdon Road, Shippon, Abingdon, OX13 6LN 53 Bedded, Residential, Nursing & Dementia Home CQC Rating Good Rated 9.6 on Carehome.co.uk About the role Care Assistant 44hrs per week Shift Times - 8am-8pm (including every other weekend) £13.45ph What will Care UK Offer you? Blue Light Discount Card Holiday & days out discounts Long service awards Recognition programme And much more! We are looking for a compassionate care assistant to support residents in their everyday lives. If you are passionate about making a difference in peoples lives, Care UK will offer a supportive and nurturing environment to grow, both professionally and personally. We are proud to be a diverse and inclusive employer and thrive on learning from each others cultures, beliefs, and experiences. If you are empathetic, respectful and have a growth mindset, Care UK is the perfect place for you. It would be great to hear from you!
Main duties of the job
We are looking for a compassionate care assistant to support residents in their everyday lives. If you are passionate about making a difference in peoples lives, Care UK will offer a supportive and nurturing environment to grow, both professionally and personally. We are proud to be a diverse and inclusive employer and thrive on learning from each others cultures, beliefs, and experiences. If you are empathetic, respectful and have a growth mindset, Care UK is the perfect place for you. This role includes providing personal care, supporting with dining, and participating in activities designed to stimulate and promote wellbeing for the residents.
About us
OLYMPUS OPCO LTD is the company offering this Care Assistant position located at Stowford House Care Home. As a trusted provider in health and social care services, OLYMPUS OPCO LTD is committed to delivering exemplary care to all residents. This includes offering a range of benefits such as a Blue Light Discount Card, holiday discounts, long service awards, and a recognition program. Known for fostering a supportive community, the organisation values diversity and inclusion, encouraging personal and professional growth among all of its employees. Join a team that strives for excellence and places resident care at the forefront.
Details
- Date posted: 31 August 2026
- Pay scheme: Other
- Salary: £13.45 an hour
- Contract: Permanent
- Working pattern: Full-time
- Reference number: 1543952563
- Job locations: OLYMPUS OPCO LTD, Shippon, OX13 6LN, United Kingdom
Job responsibilities
About the Home:
- Stowford House Care Home, Faringdon Road, Shippon, Abingdon, OX13 6LN
- 53 Bedded, Residential, Nursing & Dementia Home
- CQC Rating – Good
- Rated 9.6 on Carehome.co.uk
About the role
- Care Assistant
- 44hrs per week
- Shift Times - 8am-8pm (including every other weekend)
- £13.45ph
What will Care UK Offer you?
- Blue Light Discount Card
- Holiday & days out discounts
- Long service awards
- Recognition programme
- And much more!
We are looking for a compassionate care assistant to support residents in their everyday lives. If you are passionate about making a difference in people’s lives, Care UK will offer a supportive and nurturing environment to grow, both professionally and personally.
We are proud to be a diverse and inclusive employer and thrive on learning from each other’s cultures, beliefs, and experiences. If you are empathetic, respectful and have a growth mindset, Care UK is the perfect place for you.
It would be great to hear from you!
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This advert is for Care Assistant with Aria Care in Shippon, England. It is listed as a Care support worker role. The advertised salary is £13.45. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 29 Oct 2026.
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