Employer: Southern Housing
Job Title: Care Worker
Location: Byrnhill Grove, Ventnor, Isle of Wight, United Kingdom
Salary: £15,724.80 per year
Job Type: Part-time (24 hours per week)
About the Role
Southern Housing is seeking a passionate Care Worker to join the team at Byrnhill Grove, a Registered Care Home in Ventnor. The Care Worker will provide person-centred care and support to residents, responding flexibly to their individual needs.
Responsibilities include:
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Assisting with intimate personal care when required
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Ensuring a safe and secure environment
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Following health and safety requirements
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Carrying out care plans and risk assessments
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Undertaking manual handling as necessary
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Adhering to Care Quality Commission (CQC) standards
This role requires an enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check.
Key Responsibilities
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Provide care according to individual person-centred care plans, including some intimate personal care
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Promote independence, rights, choices, and inclusion in the community
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Summon professional assistance in emergencies
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Maintain up-to-date care plans and risk assessments reflecting individual needs and wishes
Requirements
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5 GCSE passes at grade “C” or above (or equivalent Grade 9–5), including Maths & English
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Good literacy, numeracy, written, and verbal communication skills
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Health & safety awareness
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Ability to work as part of a team
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Understanding of CQC requirements
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Willingness to learn new skills
Benefits of Working With Southern Housing
Southern Housing provides a supportive and competitive working environment with benefits including:
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Paid travel time, generous mileage, and holiday allowance
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Paid DBS and full training at no additional cost
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Health benefits package
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Flexible working hours
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Employee referral scheme
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Additional payment for sleep-in duties (where applicable)
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Discounted rates on cycle schemes, personal medical plans, life assurance, critical illness, and travel insurance
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Ability to buy extra leave and access to discount cards
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Opportunities for career progression
Additional Perks
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Pension scheme
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Life assurance
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Healthcare cash plan
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Eyecare & dental
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Birthday leave
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Retailer discounts
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Cycle-to-work scheme
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Buy and sell annual leave
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Season ticket loan
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In-house academy and career development
Inclusion & Diversity
Southern Housing fosters a diverse and inclusive culture where all colleagues are respected for who they are. Inclusion celebrates differences in thought, opinion, experience, and perspective. Every employee is encouraged to feel comfortable, safe, and valued for their contribution to the “One Team” approach.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should visit the official website for more information — click here to apply now.
Closing Date: 28th January 2026 at 23:59
Note: Southern Housing reserves the right to close this vacancy early depending on applicant volume.