Athena Care Homes (UK) Ltd
Care Assistant
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Care Assistant – Alex Wood House Care Home
As a Care Assistant at Alex Wood House Care Home, you will be responsible for providing a high level of care to ensure our residents’ well-being and comfort.
About Alex Wood House Care Home
Alex Wood House is an exceptional residential care home in Cambridge. Known for its warm, family-like environment, beautiful gardens, and unwavering commitment to outstanding resident care, our home offers:
- A nurturing, homely atmosphere
- 24-hour residential care
- 36 en-suite bedrooms
- A quiet location in Arbury, 3 miles from the city centre
About the Role
Reporting to the Team Leader, the Care Assistant will:
- Provide high-quality, individualised care catered to each resident’s needs.
- Contribute to tailored activities to enrich daily life.
- Follow and update care plans in alignment with each resident’s requirements.
Our commitment to "Celebrating Every Individual" is central to our mission. We offer strong Learning and Development opportunities at Athena Care Homes, including:
- Potential career progression to CHAPS or nursing roles
- Fully-funded apprenticeships to achieve an NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health & Social Care
- Additional training opportunities for personalised skill growth
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Salary & Working Hours
- Days: £12.71 per hour.
- Nights: £13.23 per hour.
- Work pattern: 18 hours per week, shift-based (Monday to Sunday rota).
Location: Fortescue Road, Cambridge, CB4 2JS (3 miles from the city centre).
Key Duties & Responsibilities
- Continuously assess, plan, implement, and evaluate resident care needs.
- Assist residents during meal times, ensuring dietary appropriateness.
- Engage in and facilitate home activities to promote person-centred care.
- Complete all required training & qualifications (statutory, mandatory, and development-focused).
Training, Skills & Experience Required
✔ A genuine passion for care and a commitment to prioritising our residents. ✔ Desire NVQ/QCF Level 2 Diploma in Health & Social Care (highly preferred), though training support is provided. ✔ Strong verbal and written communication skills with an enthusiastic attitude.
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What We Offer
🚀 Fully comprehensive induction 💰 Competitive salary + bank holiday enhancements 🌿 28 days annual leave 🆘 Free Blue Light Card & exclusive discount access 🔗 Refer-a-friend scheme
About Athena Care Homes
Athena Care Homes is a family-run business operating 7 homes across East Anglia, including:
- Cambridgeshire (Cambridge & Peterborough)
- Norfolk (West Norfolk, Kings Lynn)
- Suffolk (Ipswich)
We strive to be your first choice for high-quality residential, nursing and dementia care, leaving a lasting, positive impact in our communities.
Our care homes thrive under passionate leadership, with dedicated teams in care, clinical, hospitality, and activities to deliver exceptional outcomes.
We hold our values dear: purposeful care, meaningful relationships, and unwavering dedication—diet every decision we make with thought and deliver with passion.
📩 Apply today! Join our outstanding team and make a difference.
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