Relief Care Assistant
| Company: | Orwell Housing Association |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £12.83 to £12.83 a year |
| Hours: | Part-time |
| Location: | Kessingland, Suffolk, NR33 7AH |
| Working pattern: | On-site |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Posting date: | 22 Oct 2026 |
| Closing date: | 21 Nov 2026 |
Summary
Relief Care Assistants - Marram Green, Kessingland
£12.83 per hour
Various weekend and night hours and shifts available to cover absence, training and holiday
Ref: MG034
Looking for a flexible role that fits around your routine and life? Join us as a Relief Care Assistant and choose weekend and night shifts that work for you - because care should be as flexible as you are!
As an Orwell Care Assistant, you will enable our customers to maintain their dignity and independence and lead fulfilling lives. You'll play a vital role in the lives of our tenants, supporting them with everything they need to do to live well. You will work mostly alone in someone's home but will be part of a great care team for the benefit and wellbeing of all the tenants who live at the service.
Please note that we do
not offer visa sponsorship. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK and provide relevant documentation if appointed.
In caring for our customers, your main duties will include:
providing personal care
administration and storage of medication
housekeeping
supporting people through temporary or terminal illness
helping with eating and drinking
light domestic duties such as bed making
support with social, physical activities and mental stimulation such as hobbies and recreation
Evening and Night Shifts as detailed:
14:30pm - 22:00 pm
16:00pm - 22:00pm or
22:00pm - 07:00am
About You
You will be warm and friendly and have a natural caring nature, great sense of humour and a positive energy that brings a smile to people's faces.
Our customers' ideal candidates will:
have a positive energy that brings smiles to people's faces
be a great listener with a caring and supportive attitude
want to make a difference every day
focus on the individual and not the routine
Before you apply
Orwell is committed to safeguarding, safer recruitment and equality of opportunity.
This role is subject to an Enhanced DBS check with Adults' Barred List. Applicants who have lived or worked overseas within the last five years may also be required to provide a Statement of Good Conduct.
As a Disability Confident Leader, we are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. We actively encourage applications from all backgrounds and will make reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process where needed.
If you don't meet every requirement but feel you would be a great fit for the role, we'd still love to hear from you.
For support with your application, please contact our Talent Team at
work@orwell-housing.co.uk or 01473 228782.
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