Job summary
Package Description: Night Care Assistant - Bosworth Care Home, Weymouth Day Care Assistant, maternity cover - Bosworth Care Home, Weymouth Pay: From £13.35 per hour Location: Bosworth Care Home, Southdown Avenue, Weymouth, DT3 6HR Join a team where you truly make a difference At Bosworth Care Home, we believe great care starts with a happy, supported team. If youre compassionate, reliable, and looking for a rewarding role where every day matters, wed love to hear from you. What We Offer A close-knit, friendly team with many long-standing staff members Pension scheme Ongoing training and development opportunities with funded qualifications up to QCF level 5 Refer a Friend bonus scheme (up to £1,000) Blue Light Card discount package £13.35 per hour On-demand pay, access your earnings when you need them A welcoming, supportive working environment About Us Bosworth Care Home has been part of the Weymouth community since 1988. Now under new management and benefiting from significant investment, the home has never looked better. Were proud to offer a warm, homely environment where residents feel safe, valued, and truly at home, supported by a caring team who genuinely enjoy what they do. The Role Care Assistant - maternity cover - we currently also have bank roles available As a Care Assistant, youll play a vital role in supporting residents to live comfortably, safely, and with dignity. No two days are the same, but your responsibilities will include: Person-centred care: supporting residents with personal care such as bathing, dressing, and oral care while promoting independence and choice
Main duties of the job
The Care Assistant position at Bosworth Care Home in Weymouth involves supporting residents to live comfortably, safely, and with dignity. This role requires compassionate and reliable individuals who are looking for a rewarding opportunity to make a difference. Responsibilities include providing person-centred care, contributing to care reviews, administering medication safely, participating in social activities, and supporting team members. The role offers opportunities for ongoing training and development, funded qualifications, and a range of benefits. The job includes night shifts or day shifts for maternity cover, both on a two-week rolling rota including alternate weekends.
About us
Bosworth Care Home, located in Weymouth, has been serving the community since 1988. It is now under new management and has benefited from significant investment to enhance the facility. The care home is committed to creating a warm, homely environment where residents feel safe, valued, and supported. The staff at Bosworth Care Home are described as a close-knit team with many long-standing members who genuinely enjoy their work. They are dedicated to providing quality care in a supportive and friendly environment, which makes Bosworth Care Home a great place for both employees and residents.
Details
- Date posted: 04 July 2026
- Pay scheme: Other
- Salary: £12.85 to £13.35 an hour
- Contract: Permanent
- Working pattern: Full-time
- Reference number: 1523332318
- Job locations: Agincare Homes Holdings, Weymouth, DT3 6HR, United Kingdom
Job responsibilities
Package Description:
Night Care Assistant - Bosworth Care Home, Weymouth
Day Care Assistant, maternity cover - Bosworth Care Home, Weymouth
Pay: From £13.35 per hour Location: Bosworth Care Home, Southdown Avenue, Weymouth, DT3 6HR
Join a team where you truly make a difference
At Bosworth Care Home, we believe great care starts with a happy, supported team.If youre compassionate, reliable, and looking for a rewarding role where every day matters, wed love to hear from you.
What We Offer
A close-knit, friendly team with many long-standing staff members
Pension scheme
Ongoing training and development opportunities with funded qualifications up to QCF level 5
Refer a Friend bonus scheme (up to £1,000)
Blue Light Card discount package
£13.35 per hour
On-demand pay, access your earnings when you need them
A welcoming, supportive working environment
About Us
Bosworth Care Home has been part of the Weymouth community since 1988. Now under new management and benefiting from significant investment, the home has never looked better.Were proud to offer a warm, homely environment where residents feel safe, valued, and truly at home, supported by a caring team who genuinely enjoy what they do.
The Role Care Assistant - maternity cover - we currently also have bank roles available
As a Care Assistant, youll play a vital role in supporting residents to live comfortably, safely, and with dignity. No two days are the same, but your responsibilities will include:
Person-centred care: supporting residents with personal care such as bathing, dressing, and oral care while promoting independence and choice
Care planning: contributing to care reviews to ensure support plans reflect individual needs
Medication support: administering medication safely and in line with procedures
Activities & companionship: taking part in social activities, outings, and meaningful engagement within the home
Team support: helping new or existing colleagues through shadowing and teamwork, and supporting the smooth running of the home when required
What Were Looking For
A minimum of 12 months remaining on your right to work in the UK, please note: Under new guidance we are unable to accept skilled or student visas
Caring, positive, and reliable individuals
Previous care experience preferred as this is a night role, however fully funded training is provided
Opportunity Available:
Night Care Assistant: 42 hours per week, 8pm to 8am on a two-week rolling rota (including alternate weekends) - Night payrate £13.35 per hour
Day Care Assistant: 42 hours per week, 8am to 8pm on a two-week rolling rota (including alternate weekends) - maternity cover - Day payrate £12.85 per hour
If youre looking for a role where you can build relationships, make a real difference, and be part of a supportive team, wed love to welcome you to Bosworth Care Home.
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Person specification
Qualifications
Essential
- A minimum of 12 months remaining on your right to work in the UK is required. Previous care experience is preferred as this is a night role, however fully funded training is provided.
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