DAY Care Assistant

Care Assistant (Days)

Deanwood Manor, Wigan
22, 33 or 44 hours-12-hour shifts-7am - 7pm - Real Living Wage(Premium pay on Care Workers)

Looking for a rewarding role where flexibility and teamwork go hand in hand?

At Dovehaven, we don't just fill shifts,we build teams people want to stay in.

Whether you thrive in the energy of the day or the calm focus of the night, this is a role where you're trusted, supported, and genuinely valued.

Why People Choose This Role

• 12-hour shifts = more full days off
• Real Living Wage,because your work matters
• Strong, supportive team on every shift
• Paid training before you start,not thrown in at the deep end
• A calmer, more focused environment on nights
• Clear routines, real responsibility, and time to care properly

A Role That Fits How You Work Day shiftsare ideal if you enjoy:

• A more social, active environment
• Building relationships with residents and families
• Supporting activities and daily routines

About Deanwood Manor

Dean Wood Manor is a care home that provides long-term facilities for up to 50 elderly residents, as well as specialising in meeting the needs of dementia sufferers, who are able to maintain as interesting and active a lifestyle as possible under the home's care and guidance.

Take a look at the home:

What You'll Be Doing

You'll play a key role in helping residents feel safe, comfortable and cared for-day and night.

This includes:

• Personal care delivered with dignity
• Supporting emotional wellbeing
• Encouraging independence where possible
• Working closely with your team to maintain a safe environment

(Night roles also include light cleaning duties to support the home)

What Matters Most

We will train you to be the best carer you can be.

We're looking for people who are:

• Calm, dependable, and compassionate
• Comfortable working independently (especially at night)
• Team players who support others
• Genuinely motivated to make a difference

What You'll Get

• Real Living Wage
• Fortnightly pay
• 28 days annual leave (pro rata)
• Paid DBS
• Free parking
• Full induction before your first shift
• Ongoing training and development
• Career progression through Dovehaven Training Academy
• Uniform provided

Important Information

• Day shifts available
• Full-time or Part-time contracts
• Every other weekend required
• No sponsorship available
• Enhanced DBS required

As part of our recruitment process you will be required to complete an Enhanced DBS check. Their code of conduct can be found on the following link that you can copy and post to your web browser if you wish to read: