Care Assistant

Avon Search & Selection; Braintree; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-time hours

Choice of day or night shifts

Paid breaks

Ongoing training and professional dev.

Specialist training and skills dev.

Supportive, family-oriented team

Recently refurbished care home

Rewarding role making a difference

Job summary

Avon Search & Selection is seeking a Care Assistant for a luxury retirement home in Braintree. This full-time position offers day or night shifts in a welcoming, family-oriented setting that provides 24-hour personalised care for older residents.

You will help residents with daily living, support independence, and work with a compassionate team committed to dignity and quality of life.

Qualifications

• Previous care experience is desirable but not essential.
• A compassionate, caring and patient approach.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• A reliable and flexible attitude.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• A genuine passion for supporting older people.
• Willingness to undertake training and develop your skills.

Responsibilities

• Providing high-quality, person-centred care and support.
• Assisting residents with personal care, washing, dressing and daily living activities.
• Supporting residents with mobility and nutritional needs.
• Promoting independence, dignity and individual choice.
• Building positive relationships with residents, families and colleagues.
• Supporting activities and encouraging social interaction.
• Maintaining accurate care records and reporting any concerns.
• Helping to create a safe, comfortable and welcoming environment.

Skills

Compassionate

Communication skills

Team player

Flexible

Job description

Care Assistant – Full Time (Days or Nights) – Luxury Retirement Home – AV2098B

Location: Braintree, Essex

Hours: Full Time – Days or Nights

Salary: £28,600.00 Per Annum

About the Home

This recently refurbished, welcoming 17-resident care home in Braintree offers a peaceful and comfortable environment where residents can truly feel at home. With a strong family atmosphere, the home provides 24-hour personalised care and support for older people with a wide range of needs.

The home combines modern, comfortable surroundings with a warm and homely feel, creating an environment where residents are treated with dignity, respect and compassion.

Residents benefit from close relationships with local GPs, nurses, hospitals and hospices, ensuring access to the medical support they need. Additional services include in-house hairdressing and chiropody.

What really makes this home special is its dedicated team. Staff are highly trained, compassionate and committed to creating a genuine family environment. Ongoing professional development and specialist training ensure the team can continue delivering the highest standards of care.

The Role

As a Care Assistant, you will play an important role in supporting residents with their daily needs, helping them maintain their independence, dignity and quality of life.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing high-quality, person-centred care and support
• Assisting residents with personal care, washing, dressing and daily living activities
• Supporting residents with mobility and nutritional needs
• Promoting independence, dignity and individual choice
• Building positive relationships with residents, families and colleagues
• Supporting activities and encouraging social interaction
• Maintaining accurate care records and reporting any concerns
• Helping to create a safe, comfortable and welcoming environment

About You

• Previous care experience is desirable but not essential
• A compassionate, caring and patient approach
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• A reliable and flexible attitude
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team
• A genuine passion for supporting older people
• Willingness to undertake training and develop your skills

Benefits & Perks

• Full-time hours
• Choice of day or night shifts
• Paid breaks
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Specialist training and opportunities to develop your skills
• Supportive, family-oriented team culture
• Opportunity to work within a recently refurbished, welcoming care home
• A rewarding role where you can truly make a difference