Care Assistant

CARE CONCERN GROUP LIMITED; Longfield; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid DBS check

Uniform provided

:5.6 weeks annual leave

Job summary

Hazelwood Care Home, part of Care Concern Group, is seeking a caring and dedicated Care Assistant to support residents in daily activities, personal care, mobility and nutrition with a focus on wellbeing and dignity.

You will work within a supportive team delivering person-centred care, guided by care plans and ensuring a warm, respectful environment. Full training and development are provided for all new staff.

Qualifications

• Caring, compassionate and respectful approach.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Reliable and positive attitude.
• Willingness to learn and develop.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with daily living including personal care, mobility and nutrition.
• Support residents' emotional wellbeing and dignity, following care plans.
• Provide safe, responsive and consistent care as part of a team.

Skills

Caring attitude

Good communication

Teamwork

Reliable

Willingness to learn

Education

NVQ Level 2

Job description

Our service is a hidden gem located in the lovely north Kent countryside and is a purpose-built care home, dedicated to supporting residents in making the most of every day. We provide Nursing, Residential, Dementia & Respite Care for 50-residents.

Care Assistant Contract

• £12.71 per hour
• Contracted to 36 hours per week, including alternate weekends
• Paid DBS pension, uniform provided
• 5.6 weeks annual leave (based on a full time contract)

Role Overview

As a Care Assistant, you will make a meaningful difference in our residents lives everyday. This role is central to delivering high quality, person centred care that supports dignity, independence and overall wellbeing.

You will support individuals with daily living including personal care, mobility, nutrition and emotional wellbeing, helping them feel comfortable, respected and valued. By following care plans and recognising changes in condition, you will contribute to safe, responsive and consistent care.

Working as part of a supportive team, you will help create a warm and positive environment where relationships matter and people feel truly cared for. This opportunity is open to both experienced carers and those new to care, with full training, guidance and ongoing development provided to support your journey.

What We Are Looking For

• A caring, compassionate and respectful approach
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• A reliable and positive attitude
• Willingness to learn and develop
• Previous experience is beneficial but not essential
• NVQ Level 2 is desirable or willingness to work towards

About us

Hazelwood Care Home is part of Care Concern Group, a family owned, market leading care provider with a strong and growing presence across the United Kingdom. We are committed to delivering high quality care and developing supportive, rewarding workplaces where our teams can thrive.

Our five core values

Trust|Respect|Passion|Kindness|Inclusivity are at the heart of everything we do, shaping the care we deliver and the environments we create. If you share these values and want to build or develop your career in care, we would love to hear from you.