About this role
Job summary
Birkdale Tower Care Home, situated in the heart of Birkdale, Southport, is a beautifully restored landmark known for its luxurious environment and exceptional, person centred care. As part of the Sandstone Care Group, we are committed to creating a warm, supportive, and homely atmosphere for every resident.
We are looking for a compassionate and dedicated care assistants to join our Days team and help us continue delivering outstanding care.
Main duties of the job
As a Care Assistant on Days, your responsibilities will include:
Delivering personcentred care in line with individual care plans and residents personal preferences Supporting with all aspects of personal care, including washing, dressing, oral care, continence support and grooming Assisting with mobility, using appropriate equipment (hoists, stand aids, wheelchairs) and following safe moving & handling practices Helping residents with daily living activities, such as meals, hydration, social engagement and maintaining routines Promoting independence, encouraging residents to do as much as they safely can and supporting confidence-building Building positive relationships with residents, families, and colleagues to create a warm, supportive environment Monitoring residents wellbeing, including observing changes in physical or emotional health and reporting promptly to nurses or senior staff Maintaining accurate, detailed care records, including electronic documentation and daily notes Supporting meaningful activities, both onetoone and group-based, to enhance wellbeing and quality of life Following safeguarding, health & safety and infection control guidelines to maintain a safe home environment Working collaboratively with the wider care, clinical and housekeeping teams to ensure excellent overall care Ensuring dignity, compassion and respect in every interaction
About us
Sandstone employees enjoy a range of benefits:
Free uniform. Free Meals*. Free DBS.Discounts on the high street* - with retailers like Asda, Costa and ArgosRefer-a-Friend - and get a £250 bonusFlexible pay* - choose when you are paid, and get money management tips tooFree wellbeing programme - helping you look after your physical and mental healthEmployee recognition scheme - we recognise and reward great workPension scheme - helping you plan for your retirementIn-house training - on-going face-to-face training, tailored to youCareer opportunities - The chance to make your mark and play a key roleFree meals are given if working over an 8 hour shift and are subject to terms and conditions. Discounts are accessed using our Reward Me app. Flexible pay is available via STREAM. Advertised pay rate effective from 1st April 2026, please note that breaks are unpaid.
Sandstone Care Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer:
We welcome and encourage applications from all backgrounds. We embrace diversity within each service, as we think it is important that the Social Care Workforce represents the people it serves. We welcome applications from people from backgrounds including disabled candidates, Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates, LGBTQ+ as well as non-binary candidates, and those with experience of mental health.
Job description Job responsibilities
The Care Practitioner (Days) is responsible for delivering high-quality, person-centred care and support to residents throughout the day, helping them to maintain independence, dignity and a fulfilling quality of life. Working as part of a dedicated care team, the postholder will contribute to creating a warm, safe and welcoming environment where residents feel valued, respected and supported.
The role involves building positive relationships with residents, families and colleagues while ensuring individual needs, preferences and choices remain at the centre of care delivery.
Person Specification
Experience Essential
We are particularly interested in candidates who have previous experience in a care environment, whether in residential care, home care or healthcare support. If you have experience supporting people with personal care, mobility, dementia, or daily living activities we want to hear from you.
Desirable
However, experience isn't everything. If you don't have a care background but you have... A genuine passion for helping others A strong desire to work in the care sector A naturally warm, patient and empathetic approach The motivation to learn and develop new skills then we will still consider your application and provide full training.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details Employer name Sandstone Care Group
Address Birkdale Tower Lodge Care Home
8 Oxford Road
Birkdale
Southport
Merseyside
PR8 2JR
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.sandstonecare.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)