Care Assistant

NHS; Croydon; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Croydon is seeking a compassionate Care Assistant to support residents at Albany Lodge Nursing Home. Responsibilities include assisting with personal care and social engagement. The ideal candidate should have a passion for caring for the elderly and be ready to work in a nurturing environment. No specific qualifications are required, but experience in a care setting is desirable.

Benefits

Blue Light Discount Card

Holiday & days out discounts

Long service awards

Recognition programme

Qualifications

• No specific qualifications required; experience in a care setting is desirable.
• Genuine passion for caring for the elderly.
• Empathetic and respectful attitude.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with daily activities like personal care and meal preparation.
• Support social engagement for the residents.
• Work closely with the nursing team.

Skills

Compassion

Empathy

Respectfulness

Job description

Aria Care is seeking a compassionate Care Assistant to join their team at Albany Lodge Nursing Home in Croydon. The home is a 100-bed residential, nursing, and dementia care facility that has been rated 9.7 out of 10 on Carehome.co.uk. As a Care Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting the everyday lives of the residents, providing them with the care and support they need.

Main duties of the job

The Care Assistant role involves assisting residents with their daily activities, such as personal care, meal preparation, and social engagement. You will work closely with the nursing team to ensure the residents' needs are met in a compassionate and person-centered manner. The successful candidate will be part of a supportive and nurturing environment, with opportunities for professional and personal growth.

About us

Olympus Opco Ltd, the parent company of Albany Lodge Nursing Home, is a reputable provider of high-quality care services. They are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, where employees can thrive and make a meaningful difference in the lives of their residents.

Job responsibilities

About the Home:

• Albany Lodge Nursing Home, 201 St James’s Road, Croydon, CR0 2BZ
• 100 Bedded, Residential, Nursing & Dementia Home
• Rated 9.7 on Carehome.co.uk

About the role

• Care Assistant

What will Aria Care Offer you?

• Blue Light Discount Card
• Holiday & days out discounts
• Long service awards
• Recognition programme
• And much more!

We are looking for a compassionate care assistant to support residents in their everyday lives. If you are passionate about making a difference in people’s lives, Aria care will offer a supportive and nurturing environment to grow, both professionally and personally.

We are proud to be a diverse and inclusive employer and thrive on learning from each other’s cultures, beliefs, and experiences. If you are empathetic, respectful and have a growth mindset, Aria Care is the perfect place for you.

It would be great to hear from you!

Person Specification

Qualifications

• No specific qualifications are required, but experience in a care setting and a genuine passion for caring for the elderly would be highly desirable.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.