Relief Care Assistant

Job summary
The Relief Care Assistant will play an important role within the Care team at Otto Schiff on the Maurice and Vivienne Wohl Campus in Golders Green, providing person-centred support to residents living with dementia. Working on a relief basis with 12-hour shifts from 8am8pm, including some weekends, the postholder will support residents with personal care and daily routines, provide companionship and emotional support, and encourage independence, choice and dignity. The role also involves assisting with meals, activities and wellbeing, building positive relationships with residents and their families, and working as part of a supportive team to deliver high-quality care. Previous care experience is not essential, with full training and ongoing support provided.

Main duties of the job
We are looking for a kind, patient and compassionate Relief Care Assistant to join our team at Otto Schiff in Golders Green. This is a rewarding opportunity to work flexibly while making a genuine difference to residents living with dementia. You will build meaningful relationships and provide the practical and emotional support people need each day, including personal care, daily routines, mealtimes, activities and companionship. You will promote independence, choice and dignity while helping residents feel safe, respected and valued. No previous care experience is required as full training and ongoing support are provided. If you are reliable, a great listener, enjoy working as part of a team and are willing to learn, we would love to hear from you.

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

Job responsibilities
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
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.

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.