Care Assistant

Runwood Homes; Essex; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days paid holiday

Weekly pay

Pension scheme

Blue Light Card and discounts

Employee Assistance Scheme

Comprehensive induction and training

Free DBS check and uniform

NVQ funding support

Career progression opportunities

Employee of the Month awards

Job summary

Runwood Homes in the United Kingdom is looking for a caring Care Assistant to join our Essex team. You will support residents with daily activities, promote independence, and help create a warm, compassionate environment across the home.

No prior experience is required; full induction and ongoing training are provided. The role offers progression opportunities, weekly pay, and benefits including a pension scheme and DBS clearance. All appointments follow safer recruitment checks.

Qualifications

• Empathy and warm-hearted approach to resident care.
• Strong communication skills and a positive can-do attitude.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Job description

Care Assistant

Care Assistant - Days

About the role:

As a Care Assistant with Runwood Homes, you'll join a dedicated team united by a profound desire to positively impact the lives of our residents. We're seeking Care Assistants who are wholeheartedly devoted to supporting our residents in embracing life to the fullest, promoting independence within a kind and compassionate setting.

Benefits of working with Runwood Homes:

• 28 days Paid Holiday
• Weekly Pay
• Pension Scheme
• Blue Light Card and access to various other discounts on travel, restaurants, days out and leisure
• Employee Assistance Scheme that is also available to immediate family members
• Comprehensive induction and ongoing training
• Free DBS Check and uniform
• Funding and support towards obtaining NVQs
• Opportunities to progress your career within the company
• Employee of the Month awards

About you:

We do not require our Care Assistants to have experience although it is beneficial. We are seeking individuals whose empathy and warm-hearted approach stand out. Successful Care Assistants will have a positive, can-do attitude and excellent communication skills. Each day will bring something new, making for a diverse yet incredibly rewarding role.

About Runwood Homes:

Established in 1987, Runwood Homes is a leading provider of residential care, dementia care, and nursing care services, with a portfolio of 55 homes across England. Our commitment to delivering personalised care is at the core of our mission, as we strive to celebrate the lives of each and every one of our residents.

At Runwood Homes, we prioritise the professional development of our staff by investing in comprehensive internal, external, and e-training programs at all levels. This dedication to continuous learning and growth ensures that our team is equipped to provide the highest quality of care to our residents.

As we look towards the future, our reputation for delivering innovative care for individuals living with dementia continues to flourish. We are dedicated to pushing the boundaries of care excellence and setting new standards in the industry.

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of adults. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive sufficient applications or successfully recruit a suitable candidate. Early application is therefore encouraged.