Care Assistant

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DBS paid by employer

Job summary

Avery Healthcare is seeking a warm, enthusiastic Care Assistant for Rivermere Care Home in Kent. You will deliver high standards of personal care, supporting residents with dignity and independence while working as part of a caring team.

Experience is not required as full induction and training are provided; a DBS check is required and the cost is covered by Avery. You must have the right to work in the UK and strong communication, initiative and flexible approach.

Qualifications

• Care experience not required; comprehensive induction and training provided.
• DBS check required; cost covered by Avery Healthcare.
• Proof of eligibility to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high standards of personal care to residents.
• Assist residents with personal hygiene while preserving dignity and independence.
• Identify clinical risks (e.g., weight loss, infections) and escalate as needed.
• Communicate effectively with residents and visitors.

Skills

Communication

Initiative

Adaptability

Teamwork

Job description

Package Description: At Avery Healthcare, we are all about supporting the people who care for our residents. We know how hard our teams work, and were here to celebrate and support you every step of the way. When you join us, youll be making a positive impact on residents lives every day your compassion and dedication truly make a difference. Were committed to helping you grow in a caring, supportive environment, with opportunities to learn and develop throughout your career. And as part of our close-knit team, youll experience a culture that values respect, compassion, and a shared commitment to exceptional care. Were now looking for a warm, enthusiastic, and dedicated individual to join our award-winning team as a Care Assistant at Rivermere Care Home in Kent. If this sounds like the place for you, wed love to hear from you! ABOUT THE ROLE Your focus as Care Assistant will be to deliver high standards of personal care, contributing fully to the care team to ensure continuity of services to residents. Other responsibilities will include: Assisting residents in all their personal hygiene care ensuring optimum independence, dignity and respect of individuals at all times. Recognising and understanding clinical risk areas in residents such as weight lo, Avery Healthcare is seeking a dedicated Care Assistant to join our team at the Rivermere Care Home in Kent. As a Care Assistant, you will be responsible for delivering high standards of personal care to our residents, ensuring their dignity and independence are respected at all times. You'll play a key role in identifying clinical risks such as weight loss, pressure sores, and signs of infection, escalating these issues as necessary. Always acting courteously, you'll respect the dignity and individuality of residents and their visitors. You must communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, and be able to demonstrate initiative. Experience in care work is not essential, as Avery provides comprehensive induction and training programs to build your confidence in your role. A DBS Disclosure check is required, and proof of eligibility to work in the UK must be provided. With Avery, enjoy a supportive and enriching environment as you help create meaningful lives for our residents.

Package Description: At Avery Healthcare, we are all about supporting the people who care for our residents. We know how hard our teams work, and were here to celebrate and support you every step of the way.When you join us, youll be making a positive impact on residents lives every day your compassion and dedication truly make a difference. Were committed to helping you grow in a caring, supportive environment, with opportunities to learn and develop throughout your career. And as part of our close-knit team, youll experience a culture that values respect, compassion, and a shared commitment to exceptional care.Were now looking for a warm, enthusiastic, and dedicated individual to join our award-winning team as a Care Assistant at Rivermere Care Home in Kent. If this sounds like the place for you, wed love to hear from you!

Your focus as Care Assistant will be to deliver high standards of personal care, contributing fully to the care team to ensure continuity of services to residents. Other responsibilities will include:

• Assisting residents in all their personal hygiene care ensuring optimum independence, dignity and respect of individuals at all times.
• Recognising and understanding clinical risk areas in residents such as weight loss, pressure sores, risk of falls, sign of infections and elevate any identified risks in a timely manner.
• Acting courteously towards residents and their visitors, respecting the dignity and individuality of each resident.
• Practicing safe systems of work across the range of task.
• Please note this role will require:
• A DBS Disclosure check, the cost of which will be met by Avery Healthcare.
• Proof of eligibility to work in the UK.

To be successful in your application, you will live our values of caring, supportive, honest, respectful, and accountable in all that you do. Experience is not required as we are proud to offer a thorough induction and training programme to ensure confidence within your role. Our ideal candidate must:

• Have the ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Demonstrate initiative and be respectful towards the residents and other people in the home.
• Be an efficient worker who can carry reasonable instructions from other team members.
• Be able to be adaptive and flexible to cover a range of responsibilities at short notice.

The candidate should be able to communicate effectively both verbally and writing and show initiative. Experience is not required as a thorough induction and training programme is provided. Candidates should demonstrate respect towards residents and work efficiently under reasonable instructions provided by team members. An ability to adapt and be flexible covering a range of responsibilities is welcomed.

Avery Healthcare is one of the UKs largest providers of luxury elderly care homes, with a commitment to enhancing the later years of life for our residents. We are passionate about creating meaningful experiences for both our residents and employees, fostering an environment where everyone feels valued and empowered. Avery operates over 100 care homes with the vision of 'creating meaningful lives together.' We are dedicated to providing exceptional care and support, making Avery the preferred choice for elderly care services. Our mission is reflected in our warm and supportive work culture, which encourages professional growth and respect for each team member's contributions. Avery takes pride in its award-winning teams and supportive environments, which prioritize the quality of life and care for both residents and staff. We believe in a collaborative approach to care, ensuring that our staff and residents experience a fulfilling and engaging daily life.

At Avery, were not just one of the UKs largest providers of luxury elderly care homes were a place where people love to work. We believe that the later years of life should be as enriching as any other, and were passionate about creating meaningful experiences for our residents and our team alike. With our vision of "creating meaningful lives together," we proudly offer exceptional care across our growing network of over 100 homes, building a supportive and inspiring environment where employees feel valued and empowered every day. Join us and see why Avery is the preferred choice for residents and team members alike.