Marton Care Homes
Care Assistant Days
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Care Assistant Days
Care Assistant – Days (Permanent, Full-time)
Location: The Lodge, Farnham Road, South Shields, NE34 0JR
Job Type: Permanent, Full-time (38.5 hours per week, including alternate weekends)
Sponsorship: Not currently available
Join Marton Care Homes – Make A Difference, Every Day
At Marton Care Homes, we are a family-run care group built upon compassion, respect, and personalised care. Our vision is to create an environment where every individual is valued, supported with dignity, and empowered to live their best life.
Currently based at The Lodge, South Shields, we are seeking an enthusiastic and compassionate Care Assistant to join a team dedicated to both our residents and one another. Here, life is meant to be filled with joy, purpose, and meaningful connections.
Every day is an opportunity to make a real difference—turning routine moments into lasting memories and helping people smile.
What You’ll Be Doing
As a Care Assistant at The Lodge, your role will be central to enriching the lives of our residents through:
- Personal Care & Independence:
- Support/assist residents with washing, toileting, dressing, undressing, and all aspects of daily living.
- Assist with physical, emotional, and spiritual care needs, ensuring residents maintain comfort and dignity.
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Specialised Assistance:
- Provide tailored support for those with limited mobility or physical/learning difficulties, making efficient use of aids.
- Monitor residents who may be confused or exhibit behavioural challenges.
- Assist with promotion of continence and care for residents nearing the end of life, including sympathetic last offices.
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Observation & Documentation:
- Observe care planning needs and complete accurate daily records per company policies.
- Report on residents’ well-being under supervision of senior staff.
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Social Engagement & Activities:
- Participate in social frameworks to keep residents engaged.
- Assist with hobbies, activities, and encouraging meaningful participation.
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Supportive & Administrative Tasks:
- Answer nurse call systems, front doors, telephones—ensuring prompt responses and clear message relay.
- Conduct scheduled well-being checks as directed.
- Ensure visitors are welcomed warmly; assist effortlessly with refreshments where needed.
- Maintain sanitation and tidiness (bed-making, waste disposal, cleaning equipment).
- Record resident participation and gather feedback for meaningful engagement.
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What We’re Looking For
We value the following qualities in our Care Assistants:
- A warm, approachable, and positive attitude towards both residents and fellow team members.
- Organisation, reliability, and teamwork—both partners and listeners.
- Creativity, enthusiasm, and motivation to enhance residents' experiences.
- A passionate drive to improve the lives of older adults.
- Availability to work flexibly across some evenings and weekends.
- While prior experience in care is beneficial, personality and values matter most.
What We Offer
Joining Marton Care Homes transforms your professional journey into one of impact and belonging. Enjoy:
✅ A welcoming, supportive, and nurturing workplace full of people who care. ✅ Training and career progression opportunities to help you grow. ✅ The deep satisfaction of making a meaningful difference daily. ✅ A close-knit team environment that values both colleagues and residents equally.
Make Your Mark
If you believe respect and compassion should define care, we’d be delighted to hear from you. Apply now and help shape the lives of our residents—one meaningful connection at a time.
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