Job Description: Overview We are seeking a dedicated and reliable Domestic Assistant to join our team at Lytham Court Nursing Home. This position requires a keen eye for detail and a commitment to providing high-quality cleaning. Job Details Job Title: Domestic Assistant Location: Lytham Court Nursing Home Hours per week: 37.5 Salary: £12.71 per hour Duties To ensure that all areas of the home are cleaned to a high standard in compliance with the specific cleaning guidelines

Residents, families and staff enjoyed a fantastic day of sunshine, laughter and delicious food as Ambleside Bank Care Home hosted its annual Summer BBQ celebration. Making the most of the beautiful weather, residents spent the morning relaxing in the garden, chatting with friends and enjoying a variety of outdoor games. Spending time outdoors and taking part in meaningful activities is an important part of life at Ambleside Bank, helping to promote wellbeing, social interacti

Full job description LOCATION: Ambleside Bank Care Home JOB TITLE: Senior Care Assistant (Nights) SALARY & BENEFITS: From £13.90 per hour WORKING HOURS: Night shifts - 36 hours per week THE COMPANY: Established in 1998. Our client is one of the leading providers of care for older people in the North West of England. They offer the very best of care, including residential, nursing and specialist dementia care. THE ROLE: As a Senior Care Assistant you will support residents to

At Mary Rose Manor Care Home in Portsmouth, we believe every birthday should be celebrated in a meaningful way. For resident Keith Holmes, his 80th birthday was marked with an unforgettable evening of music, memories and celebration at Portsmouth Guildhall, where he enjoyed a special performance by the Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra. A Birthday Celebration Filled with Music Keith, a former professional baritone, has enjoyed an impressive musical career, performing at the BBC

Full job description Overview We are seeking a dedicated and reliable Domestic Assistant to join our team at Ambleside Bank Care Home. This position requires a keen eye for detail and a commitment to providing high-quality cleaning. Job Details Job Title: Domestic Assistant Location: Ambleside Bank Care Home Hours per week: 24 Salary: £13.00 per hour Duties To ensure that all areas of the home are cleaned to a high standard in compliance with the specific cleaning guidelines

Full job description Job Title: Domestic Assistant/Ancillary Assistant Location: Priory Court Nursing Home Hours: 30 hours per week Pay Rate: £12.71 per hour About the Role: Priory Court Nursing Home is looking for a reliable and hardworking Ancillary Assistant / Domestic Assistant to join our friendly team. This is a varied role supporting the smooth day-to-day running of the home, helping to maintain a clean, safe, and comfortable environment for our residents. Shift Patter

At Ambleside Bank Care Home, we believe that staying connected with the local community and creating meaningful experiences is an important part of wellbeing. Recently, residents Jean and Tommy enjoyed another memorable visit to Montrose Hall Care Home for their popular fortnightly Veterans Afternoon Tea. The event has quickly become a favourite for both residents, who look forward to catching up with friends, sharing stories, and learning more about military history in a wel

At Ambleside Bank Care Home, we believe that meaningful activities and community outings play an important role in supporting wellbeing, independence, and quality of life. Recently, our residents enjoyed a fantastic day trip to Smithills Farm in Bolton, following a suggestion made during one of our regular residents' meetings. Listening to the wishes and interests of our residents is central to life at Ambleside Bank, and staff were delighted to organise an outing that proved

At Ambleside Bank Care Home, we believe that listening to our residents and bringing their ideas to life is an important part of creating a happy, fulfilling environment. Following a suggestion raised during a recent residents' meeting, we were delighted to organise a special Chinese takeaway night for residents who had expressed how much they missed enjoying this favourite dining experience. The event was designed around resident choice and independence. On the evening, part

At Ambleside Bank Care Home, we are passionate about creating meaningful experiences that support our residents' wellbeing, independence, and connection to the local community. One of our most popular activities has quickly become a cherished weekly tradition – our Friday afternoon pub trips. Enjoying Social Activities Outside the Care Home Every Friday, a group of residents enjoys a leisurely stroll to a local pub, where they can relax, socialise, and enjoy a drink in a frie

Celebrating Care, Community and Connection We are delighted to announce that all of our care homes will be taking part in Care Home Open Week 2026, a nationwide celebration of the care sector that shines a spotlight on the incredible people, communities, and services that make care homes such special places to live and work. Taking place across the UK, Care Home Open Week is an opportunity for care providers to open their doors, welcome visitors, and showcase the warmth, comp

At Ambleside Bank Care Home, VE Day is always a deeply meaningful occasion. For many of our residents, the anniversary is far more than a historical event—it is a personal memory that remains vivid decades later. This year, we marked the occasion with a special VE Day celebration that brought together residents, relatives and staff for a day filled with remembrance, music, friendship and community spirit. Remembering the End of the War In the weeks leading up to our VE Day ev

At Lytham Court Care Home, we love celebrating life’s special moments together, and recently staff and residents came together to enjoy a wonderful baby shower for our lovely staff member, Aneesha, as she prepares to welcome her baby boy. The home was filled with smiles, laughter, and excitement as residents and team members gathered to celebrate this joyful occasion. Decorations, thoughtful gifts, and delicious cake helped create a warm and memorable afternoon for everyone i

At Lytham Court, we love bringing culture, tradition, and community spirit into our home—and this week was no exception as residents and staff came together to celebrate St George’s Day in true English style. A Traditional English Afternoon Tea The highlight of the day was a beautifully prepared traditional afternoon tea, giving everyone a taste of classic English favourites. Residents enjoyed a delicious selection of: Freshly made salmon and cucumber sandwiches Warm scones s

At Euxton Park, we’re always looking for meaningful ways to support the health and wellbeing of our residents—and Thrive Week provided the perfect opportunity to focus on nutrition, enjoyment, and hands-on activities. Promoting Nutrition Through Fun Activities As part of Thrive Week, residents took part in a delightful smoothie-making session , combining fresh ingredients with creativity and curiosity. This activity wasn’t just about making tasty drinks—it was a chance to ex

Mother’s Day is always a special occasion, but this year at Ambleside Bank Care Home, we made it truly unforgettable. Our goal was simple—to ensure that every lady in our home felt cherished, celebrated, and included on this meaningful day. Preparing for a Special Mother’s Day In the week leading up to Mothering Sunday, our dedicated team began planning a heartfelt celebration. We understand that not all residents are able to spend the day with family, so we reached out to ou

Easter is always a truly special time at Ambleside Bank—a chance to bring people together, celebrate the changing seasons, and create joyful memories for our residents, families, and team. As we look ahead to Easter 2026, we’re taking a moment to reflect on the wonderful celebrations we shared last year… and hint at what might be in store this time around! 🐰 A Magical Visit from the Easter Bunny Last year, Ambleside Bank was filled with smiles and laughter as we welcomed a v

Residents at Euxton Park Nursing Home recently enjoyed a truly special and interactive experience as they welcomed a fascinating birds of prey presentation into the home. A resident enjoys a close-up moment with a beautiful owl during our birds of prey visit. The visit gave residents the unique opportunity to see and even gently interact with a stunning owl up close. Many residents were delighted to stroke the owl’s soft feathers, while others watched in awe as the majestic b

At Ambleside Bank, we believe exceptional care is about more than meeting physical needs – it’s about creating moments of comfort, reassurance and genuine human connection. Recently, during an unexpected and quieter afternoon in our home, our team demonstrated exactly what person-centred care looks like in practice. A Calm Setting During Challenging Circumstances On this particular day, several residents were experiencing minor illnesses, low mood and general fatigue. As a pr

At Ambleside Bank Care Home , we recently had the absolute pleasure of celebrating a truly remarkable milestone – Mary’s 95th birthday. Mary is one of our most cherished residents and has been a much-loved part of our care home family for many years. Her kindness, gentle humour, and warm smile have made her a familiar and comforting presence throughout our home. Milestone birthdays are always special, but turning 95 is an incredible achievement and one we were honoured to cel