Care Assistant – Days or Nights – Established Residential Care Home – AV1894
Full Time | Residential Care

📍 Location: Musbury, East Devon
🕒 Hours: Flexible shifts available – Full Time
💷 Pay: Competitive, based on experience
☕ Paid breaks included

Established | Family-Run | 15 Residents | Specialist Support

Looking for a rewarding role where you can truly make a difference in a smaller, homely care setting?

We are recruiting Care Assistants to join a friendly, family-run residential care home set within nearly an acre of peaceful countryside in Musbury, East Devon. The service provides a calm, supportive environment for individuals with learning disabilities, autism, and complex emotional or behavioural needs.

With just 15 residents, this service offers a warm and personal atmosphere where staff can build meaningful relationships and provide truly person-centred care.

Why Join This Service?

Here you will:

• Work within a close-knit, supportive team
  • Provide care in a small, homely, family-run environment
  • Build meaningful relationships with residents
  • Support individuals to develop independence and daily living skills
  • Work in a beautiful countryside setting with large private gardens

About the Service

The home provides:

• Accommodation for 15 adults with learning disabilities, autism, and complex needs
  • A family-run service operating since 1984
  • Four small apartments within the home, each with shared living areas and kitchens
  • Private ensuite bedrooms for every resident
  • A large garden with views across the East Devon countryside
  • Support focused on helping individuals achieve personal goals and greater independence

Residents are encouraged to participate in daily activities, build confidence, and live fulfilling lives while receiving the support they need.

Your Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality, person-centred care and support
  • Assist residents with personal care and daily living tasks
  • Encourage independence, dignity, and choice
  • Support emotional wellbeing and positive behaviours
  • Maintain accurate care records
  • Help residents engage in activities and social interaction

What We’re Looking For

• Previous care experience preferred
  • NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care (or willingness to work towards)
  • A compassionate, patient, and professional approach
  • Good communication and teamwork skills
  • A genuine passion for supporting adults with learning disabilities

What You’ll Receive

• Competitive pay with paid breaks
  • Flexible shift patterns
  • A stable role in a long-established family-run service
  • Supportive management and friendly team environment
  • The opportunity to make a meaningful difference every day

If you are a caring and dedicated Care Assistant looking to join a friendly, established service where residents are supported to live fulfilling and independent lives, we would love to hear from you.

To Apply:
Please contact Lauren on 01789 867181 or email Lauren@avonsearch.co.uk