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Care Assistant


Job Location:

Harwich - UK

Hourly Salary: GBP 12 - 12
Posted: 24 October 2026 (Yesterday)
Application Deadline: 21 January 2027
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Care Assistant
Rosebank Park Harwich
Salary: 12.83 per hour
(FTE 25342.44 per annum)
Hours: Various hours available
Shifts:Shifts range from 07.00-14.30 or 14.30-22.00
Ref: RB021

Ready for a role where you can make a real difference every day

Were looking for caring compassionate Care Assistants to join our team at Rosebank Park Extra Care Scheme in Harwich.

In this rewarding role youll support people to live independently in their own homes while promoting dignity choice and wellbeing. No two days are the same and youll have the opportunity to build meaningful relationships while making a genuine impact on the lives of those you support.

What youll be doing:

  • Providing day-to-day support with personal care mobility nutrition and hydration medication and social activities.
  • Building positive person-centred relationships and offering compassionate emotional support when needed.
  • Communicating effectively with customers colleagues and professionals while maintaining accurate care records and documentation.
  • Supporting individuals with a variety of health needs including dementia mental health conditions and end-of-life care.
  • Recognising and responding appropriately to safeguarding concerns ensuring the safety and wellbeing of those in your care.
  • Working collaboratively with customers families and colleagues to develop and deliver person-centred care plans that reflect individual needs goals and preferences.

What were looking for:

Were seeking people who are kind reliable and passionate about helping others. Whether youre an experienced Care Assistant or looking to build a career in care youll bring empathy patience and a commitment to delivering outstanding support.

More about Rosebank

Rosebank Park is an Extra Care housing scheme in Harwich operated by Orwell Housing Association. It is designed to help older adults maintain their independence while having access to support and care when needed.

In summary Rosebank Park is not a traditional residential care home. It is an Extra Care community offering independent living with access to 24/7 care and support making it suitable for older people who want to retain their own home while having reassurance that help is available when required.

More benefits of joining #TeamOrwell:

As well as joining Orwell for our strong values and commitment to personcentered support youll also benefit from a range of perks designed to help you feel valued supported and able to thrive in your role:

  • 22 days annual leave (pro rata) plus bank holidays (Please note that bankholiday work may be required as part of this role)
  • Reward and recognition awards.
  • Free DBS checks.
  • Cashback Health plan.
  • Access to Blue Light Card membership fees apply.
  • Ongoing training and development & opportunities to progress in your role through the Orwell Academy
  • Wellbeing programme.

Person Specification...

  • Care Certificate is desirable.
  • QCF Level 2 in Health and Social care or equivalent is desirable.
  • Full driving licence is desirable.

Interview Date: To be confirmed

Before applying

Orwell is committed to safeguarding and safer employment and the principles of empowerment.

Please note Orwell Housing Association does not provide visa sponsorship. You must be eligible to work in the UK to apply. You will be required to provide the relevant right to work documentation if successfully appointed to the role.

This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check with Adults Barred List. All new arrivals to the UK must also provide a Statement of Good Conduct (SOGC).

The definition of new arrival is an applicant who has worked or been resident overseas in the previous five years and this includes citizens of the UK who have worked or lived overseas for a continuous period of six months or more.

Apply with Confidence

Orwell is proud to be a Disability Confident Leader. We believe in creating an accessible and supportive environment where every team member can thrive and contribute. Join us in our commitment to building a workplace that celebrates diversity and empowers all individuals to reach their full potential. We actively welcome applications from candidates with disabilities and are dedicated to making reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process to ensure equal access and opportunity for all.

We know that diverse teams drive innovation and deliver better outcomes. Research shows that people from underrepresented groups often hesitate to apply for roles unless they meet every requirement. If youre excited about this opportunity but dont meet every listed qualification we still encourage you to apply anyway. Your unique experiences perspectives skills and most importantly your alignment with our culture and values could be exactly what were looking for.

We are committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued respected and supported to succeed.

If there is anything that might prevent you from applying for one of our roles we want to help remove that barrier. Please contact our Talent team by calling or emailing .

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Required Experience:

Junior IC


About Company

Orwell Housing Association is a not-for-profit housing provider based in Ipswich, offering affordable homes, supported housing and care services across Suffolk, Norfolk and Essex.

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