Lancashire County Council
Residential Care Assistant | Permanent| Part Time | Grove house
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Residential Care Assistant | Permanent| Part Time | Grove house
Permanent Part-Time Care Worker (Older People Care Services)
Salary: £24,796 - £25,185, Per annum Hours: 24.5 per week (Rota: 8:00 - 15:30, 2 days on, 2 days off) Location: Grove House Contract: Part-time (salary paid pro-rata, full-time equivalent quoted)
About the Role
This not eligible for international sponsorship.
We are seeking individuals with the right values, attitude, and behaviours to join our team and make a real, positive difference in the lives of older people. We support individuals to live their lives their way, with kindness, dignity, care, and compassion.
You’ll be part of a group providing high-quality care to over 1,000 adults across Lancashire, operating 16 Care Homes and 13 Day Centres. Support includes care for older adults, individuals with dementia, and their families.
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Key Responsibilities
- Assist and support older people in a hospitable, respectful, and engaging manner
- Contribute to maintaining the daily life standards of our residents
- Join a team aligned to our vision: “To be the best quality service, safely supporting older people with kindness, dignity, care, and compassion to live their life their way”
- Adapt to a shift pattern (8:00–15:30, 2-day workwk)
- Participate in community-focused care activities
Requirements
Training & Support
- We provide paid training and support to help you work proficiently against the standards of The Care Certificate
- Essential certification: Enhanced DBS Check (eligible under Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 with appropriate registration)
Application Notes
- Complete experience and education sections of the application, evidencing compliance with the role’s criteria—the panel may not progress interviews without this documentation
- Position possibly filled early if sufficient applications received
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Benefits
- Competitive part-time salary (paid pro-rata based on full-time equivalent)
- Comprehensive induction programme
- Soon-to-hire staff benefits
- Career progression opportunities
How to Apply
For more information or inquiries about shifts, contact: Kelly Evans 📞 01772 534308
For open vacancies, explore our recruitment portal on the Lancashire County Council website.
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