Carer / Health Care Assistant

Carer / Health Care Assistant

Denville Hall Closing date: Tue, 08 Sep 2026

Artform: Combined arts
Role: Admin, Secretarial & PA
Contract: Permanent
London
  • Full time
  • £25k-£30k

Mon, 13 Jul 2026 "> published -

Job Summary

Care Assistant – Denville Hall Location: Northwood, London Hours: 40 hours per week (shift work) Pay: £13.71 per hour Please note: We do not accept agency applications or offer visa sponsorship for this role.

Job Description

Join the caring team at Denville Hall, the UK's only residential and nursing home dedicated to retired members of the entertainment industry. We are looking for a compassionate and enthusiastic Care Assistant to provide high-quality, person-centred care while helping residents enjoy fulfilling and independent lives.

As a Care Assistant, you will support residents with personal care, including washing, dressing, grooming, toileting, mobility, and mealtimes. You'll encourage independence wherever possible while ensuring residents are treated with dignity, respect, and compassion at all times.

You will monitor residents' wellbeing, report any changes, follow individual care plans, maintain accurate records, and work closely with colleagues, families, and healthcare professionals to deliver outstanding care. You'll also help maintain a safe, clean, and comfortable environment while following health and safety, infection control, and moving and handling procedures.

What makes Denville Hall unique is our vibrant community. Alongside providing excellent care, you'll support residents to enjoy a wide range of activities, including theatre trips, live entertainment, creative sessions, seasonal celebrations, and social events that promote wellbeing and enrich daily life.

We're looking for someone who is kind, reliable, a great team player, and passionate about making a positive difference.

Previous care experience is desirable but not essential, as full training and ongoing development will be provided.

This is a full-time role (40 hours per week) involving shift work, including weekends and bank holidays.

**Please note:** We do not accept agency applications or offer visa sponsorship for this position.

If you're looking for a rewarding career where you can build meaningful relationships, be part of a supportive team, and make every day special for our residents

Job Requirements

Job Requirements

- Caring, compassionate, and reliable approach with a genuine desire to support older people.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to build positive relationships with residents, families, and colleagues.
- Understanding of person-centred care and the importance of dignity, choice, and independence.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
- Good organisational skills and ability to maintain accurate records.
- Basic literacy and numeracy skills.
- Flexibility to work shifts, including weekends and bank holidays.
- Previous experience in a care setting is desirable but not essential.
- NVQ/QCF Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care is desirable, or willingness to work towards this.
- Knowledge of safeguarding, dementia care, infection prevention, and health and safety procedures is advantageous.

Job Responsibilities

## Job Responsibilities

As a Care Assistant at Denville Hall, you will provide high-quality, person-centred care and support to residents, promoting dignity, independence, choice, and wellbeing. You will help create a warm and supportive environment where residents can enjoy a fulfilling lifestyle.

Responsibilities include:

* Supporting residents with personal care, including washing, dressing, grooming, and toileting.
* Assisting with mobility, transfers, eating, drinking, and daily activities.
* Encouraging independence and respecting residents' choices and preferences.
* Building positive relationships and providing companionship and emotional support.
* Monitoring and reporting changes in residents' wellbeing.
* Following care plans, risk assessments, safeguarding procedures, and maintaining accurate records.
* Supporting residents to attend appointments, activities, theatre trips, and social events.
* Maintaining strict confidentiality

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Job Overview

  • Job Title: Carer / Health Care Assistant
  • Salary: £25k-£30k
  • Hours: Full time
  • Artform: Combined arts
  • Role: Admin, Secretarial & PA
  • Contract: Permanent
  • Closing date: Tue, 08 Sep 2026
  • Location:
    London
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Job: Carer / Health Care Assistant

Job: Carer / Health Care Assistant

Organisation: Denville Hall

Postcode: HA62SB

How to Apply

To apply for this position, please send your CV and a brief covering letter outlining your experience and interest in the role to:

Charmaine Rai
Email: [email protected]

Closing date 08/09/2026 5pm