Care Assistant - Mullaghcarn Care Centre - Omagh - 37.5 hours per week

Care Assistant

Easteden Care Group

📍Mullaghcarn Care Centre

🕒 Full Time / Part Time / Bank💷 £13.00📅 37.5 hrs per week Monday - Sunday alternating weekends

Join Easteden and be part of the moments that matter

At Easteden, we know that great care is often found in life's everyday moments — offering reassurance, providing support, sharing a conversation or helping someone maintain their independence and dignity.

 We are looking for compassionate, reliable and caring individuals to join our team as Care Assistants and help create positive experiences for the people who live in our Homes.

Whether you are experienced in care or looking to start a rewarding career supporting others, we are committed to helping our colleagues learn, develop and thrive within a supportive and professional environment.

 Easteden Care Group is a growing and values-led organisation operating residential, nursing, dementia, mental health and complex care services across Northern Ireland. As we continue to grow, we are building teams who share our commitment to compassion, professionalism, teamwork and person-centred care.

 About the Role

 As a Care Assistant, you will provide compassionate, high-quality and person-centred care and support to residents living within the Home.

 You will play an important role in supporting residents with their daily living activities, wellbeing, independence and quality of life while helping create a safe, welcoming and inclusive environment where individuals feel valued, respected and supported.

Working closely with nursing, care and wider multidisciplinary teams, you will contribute to positive resident experiences and the delivery of safe, effective and person-centred care.

 Key Responsibilities

 Resident Care & Wellbeing 

·        Provide compassionate, high-quality and person-centred care tailored to individual resident needs and preferences.

·        Support residents with personal care, mobility, nutrition, hydration and daily living activities.

·        Promote dignity, independence, choice and wellbeing at all times.

·        Observe and report changes in resident wellbeing appropriately.

 Meaningful Engagement & Daily Living Support

·        Support residents to participate in meaningful activities, social engagement and positive daily experiences.

·        Encourage confidence, independence and social connection.

·        Assist residents to maintain routines, preferences and individual interests.

·        Contribute to a welcoming and inclusive Home environment.

Teamwork & Communication

·        Work collaboratively with nursing, care, activities, catering, housekeeping and wider teams.

·        Participate positively in handovers, meetings and communication processes.

·        Communicate professionally and compassionately with residents, families and visitors.

·        Escalate concerns, incidents or safeguarding matters appropriately.

Safety, Governance & Professional Standards

·        Deliver care in accordance with care plans, risk assessments and organisational policies.

·        Maintain accurate records and documentation.

·        Follow safeguarding, infection prevention, health and safety and moving and handling procedures.

·        Support a culture of accountability, professionalism and continuous improvement.

What We’re Looking For

We are looking for individuals who are:

• Experience within care, healthcare, community support, unpaid caring responsibilities or volunteering activities would be beneficial

• Compassionate, caring and respectful

• Passionate about supporting others and making a positive difference

• Reliable, flexible and professional

• Comfortable working within a team-based care environment

• Committed to dignity, wellbeing and person-centred care

• Previous experience is welcomed but not essential. Full training and ongoing support can be provided for the right candidate.

Why Join Easteden

At Easteden, we believe great care starts with great people.

 We are a growing, values-led organisation shaping the future of care across Northern Ireland. We create homes where residents feel respected, and workplaces where our colleagues feel welcomed, appreciated, and empowered to succeed. Whether you are starting out or looking for your next step, Easteden is a place where you can learn, grow, and make a meaningful difference every day.

🌟 What You’ll Get:

Your Work-Life & Rewards

• 💷 Competitive Pay Rates: Competitive rates of pay with reliable and transparent pay arrangements.

·        ⏰ Rotas You Can Plan Your Life Around: Predictable, fair, forward-planned rotations with shared weekends.

·        🍳 Thursday Breakfast Is On Us: A freshly cooked hot breakfast made just for our staff every single week.

·        🛍️ Perkbox App Access: Free membership giving you high street discounts, online shopping deals and weekly treats.

·        🎁 Employee Referral Bonus: Recommend great people and receive a referral reward when they successfully join the organisation.

Your Support & Well-being

• 🤝A Team That Has Your Back: A genuinely friendly, welcoming culture where you are never left isolated

• 💡A Voice That Shifts Things: Your ideas are heard, valued, and used to improve how our home runs

• 💚 Real Care for the Carers: Active mental health support and managers who prioritise your well-being

Your Growth & Impact

• 🎓 Fully Funded Training: Continuous learning and certifications to elevate your professional skill set

• 🚀 Career Development Opportunities: Opportunities to develop your skills and progress within a growing organisation

• 🌟 Work That Truly Matters: The opportunity to make a genuine difference through compassionate, person-centred care that supports dignity, wellbeing and quality of life every day.

Apply Today

If you are compassionate, caring and committed to helping others live well, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today and become part of an organisation where people, purpose and care come together.

We encourage applicants to review the full Job Description and Person Specification before applying, as these provide further information on the role, responsibilities and essential criteria. This will help you demonstrate your relevant skills, experience and suitability within your application.

 Additional Information

Previous applicants who have applied for a role within Easteden Care Group within the last six months are not required to reapply unless specifically advised otherwise.

 Please note that Easteden Care Group is currently unable to consider applications requiring Skilled Worker sponsorship or visa sponsorship support for this role. Applicants must therefore already hold the full legal right to work in the United Kingdom at the time of application.

 Easteden Care Group is committed to promoting equality, diversity, inclusion and fairness in all aspects of recruitment and employment. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals and are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected and able to thrive. Selection decisions are based solely on skills, experience, qualifications and suitability for the role.