Relief Care AssistantNHS

Job summary

The Relief Care Assistant will play an important role within Jewish Cares Care team, providing compassionate, person-centred support to residents and helping them feel safe, respected and valued. Working on a relief basis, this casual role offers flexibility to cover staff absence and service needs, with 12-hour day shifts from 8am to 8pm, including some weekends. Responsibilities include supporting residents with personal care and daily routines, providing companionship and emotional support, assisting with meals and activities, and promoting independence, choice and dignity. You will build positive relationships with residents, families and colleagues and work as part of a supportive team to deliver high-quality care. Previous care experience is welcome but not essential, as full training and ongoing support are provided.

Main duties of the job

We are looking for a kind, patient and compassionate Relief Care Assistant to join Jewish Cares Care team. This is a rewarding opportunity to work flexibly while making a genuine difference to residents everyday lives. You will build meaningful relationships and provide the practical and emotional support people need, including personal care, daily routines, mealtimes, activities and companionship. You will promote independence, choice and dignity, helping residents feel safe, respected and valued. Previous care experience is welcome but not essential, as full training and ongoing support are provided. If you are reliable, a good listener, enjoy working as part of a team and are willing to learn, we would love to hear from you.

Job description

Our multi-award-winning organisation is looking to recruit a Care Assistant to join our Care team.

This isnt just a jobits about building relationships, creating moments that matter, and helping people feel valued every single day.

As a Care Assistant, youll support residents with daily living, from personal care to mealtimes and activities, always taking a person-centred approach. Youll get to know each resident as an individualwhat matters to them, what makes them smileand tailor your support to help them live well.

No two days are the same, but every day is meaningful.

What youll be doing

• Supporting residents with personal care and daily routines
• Providing companionship and emotional support
• Encouraging independence, choice, and dignity
• Assisting with meals, activities, and wellbeing
• Working as part of a supportive team to deliver outstanding care
• Building positive relationships with residents, families, and colleagues

What were looking for You dont need to have worked in care before (although its great if you have). What really matters is who you are:

• Kind, patient, and compassionate
• A great listener with a positive attitude
• Reliable and a strong team player
• Comfortable supporting people with a range of needs
• Willing to learn and develop

What youll get in return

• Full training and ongoing support
• Opportunities to develop your career in care
• A welcoming, supportive team environment
• The chance to make a genuine difference every day

Working pattern Youll work on a two-week rolling rota:

Week 1: 4 days Week 2: 2 days 12-hour shifts (8am8pm), including some weekends

Why this role matters For many of our residents, youll be the person who brightens their day, supports them through challenges, and helps them feel safe, respected, and valued. Thats a big responsibilitybut also an incredibly rewarding one.

About us

Jewish Care is the largest health and social care charity serving the Jewish community in London and the South East. Every week, our services support more than 12,000 people, delivered by over 1,200 dedicated colleagues across residential care, nursing, retirement living, community support, social work, and mental health services. We provide care that is Jewish at heart, supporting older people and their families every step of the way while welcoming colleagues from all backgrounds. Guided by our values of Excellence, Integrity, Innovation, Compassion, and Inclusiveness, we are committed to delivering high-quality services where people feel valued, respected, and able to live meaningful lives.