Alandale Residential Home for the Elderly

16/04/2026

Paula’s sweets and treats !!! , a lovely visit from our piggy friends including baby Nancy 🩷, painting , bingo and games afternoon ! Lots of fun lots of winners lots of prizes .

14/04/2026

We are hiring!

Pay: £12.36-£14.93 per hour (minimum 36 hours per week)

Job Description:

Company Overview

Alandale Residential Home is one of the few remaining family-owned and operated homes in the Dover area, dedicated to providing exceptional personal care. Our warm and friendly atmosphere, combined with a highly trained staff, ensures that clients receive the attention and support they deserve.

Summary

We are seeking a compassionate Care Assistant to join our team at Alandale. In this role, you will provide essential support to our residents, helping them with daily activities and ensuring their comfort and well-being. Your contributions will play a vital role in maintaining the high standards of care that we pride ourselves on.

Responsibilities

Assist residents with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, and meal preparation.
Support clients in following their individual care plans to ensure personalised care.
Communicate effectively with other staff, residents and their families to provide updates on well-being.
Participate in organising and facilitating engaging activities for residents.
Maintain a clean and safe environment for all residents.
Document any changes in residents' conditions or needs accurately.
Requirements

Previous experience in a care home or similar environment is preferred but not essential as full training will be provided.
Strong communication skills.
Ability to work as part of a dedicated team while also being self-motivated.
Basic IT skills for documentation purposes are beneficial.
A compassionate nature with a genuine desire to help others.
If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of others and want to be part of a caring team at Alandale, we invite you to apply today!

Breaks, uniform* & DBS* are paid!

All weekend shifts are paid £1 an hour extra.

*These become repayable should you leave our employment within the first six months.

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11/04/2026

Trips out around the village , a residents meeting and some arts n crafts . Manicures and massages! And some beautiful clay pictures , with some of our favorite bingo too ! 💕

11/04/2026

Well done to our 5 winners in today’s grand national. Dave, Kath, Fay, Jean and Margaret 🐎🏇

06/04/2026

This afternoon was painting and making windchimes

05/04/2026

Happy Easter 🐣 from all the staff and residents we have enjoyed our eggs and a Easter buffet for tea 🐣

02/04/2026

The raffle and bake day was a great hit raising £552 well done everyone that baked , bought and helped give yourself a pat on the back were all very proud , apart from this great day we have played countdown with conundrum’s, and anagrams to get the brain working and good ole bingo ! Look out for the Easter bonnets coming soon, happy Easter x

31/03/2026

Today’s the day come grab some cake or raffle tickets all for a good charity Marie curie 🌼 🌼

26/03/2026

Cheese straws , Easter crafts , jewellery making , bingo and canvas painting , all fun there to be had .
Don’t forget the Marie cutie day next week 31st have a great weekend . 🎉

26/03/2026

Not long to go until our charity Marie curie day !!!!! Come along for tickets for the raffle or for our cake bake ! Tuesday 31st of March 🌼 🌼 🌼 🌼

20/03/2026

St Patrick’s day was lots of fun , every one loved the lucky golden coins !!! Painting each other was even more fun , definitely be doing this again , bingo and making the most of the lovely weather !!! Enjoy everyone 🌸👍🏽

18/03/2026

Don’t forget ladies and gents the Marie curie day is fast approaching raffle tickets from Paula or Tracey £1 a strip and on the day (31st March )we will be having a cake bake sale , so come along and support this amazing charity 🌼 🌼 🌼