Care Assistant

Avon Search; Newbury; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Short day shifts

Days or Nights

Full-time permanent opportunities

Friendly environment

Ongoing training

Job summary

Avon Search is recruiting on behalf of a well-established private care home in Newbury for a Care Assistant.

You will provide compassionate, person-centred care to residents across day and night shifts, helping with personal care, mobility and daily routines while supporting independence and dignity.

You will work with a friendly team in a calm, homely setting that values resident wellbeing and ongoing training.

Qualifications

• Previous experience within a care setting is preferred.
• Compassionate, caring and respectful nature.
• Reliable and committed approach to your work.

Responsibilities

• Providing high-quality, person-centred care.
• Assisting residents with personal care and daily routines.
• Supporting residents with mobility and independence.
• Maintaining accurate care records.
• Working effectively as part of the care team.

Job description

Care Assistant – Days or Nights – Luxury Retirement Home – AV2029

Location: Newbury
Salary: £12.71 per hour
Hours: Days or Nights

About the Home

Avon Search is delighted to be recruiting on behalf of a well-established residential care home in Newbury.

This welcoming 15-bed residential care home provides high-quality residential and respite care within a peaceful and comfortable setting. The home has been privately owned and run for over 30 years, with an experienced team dedicated to promoting the respect, dignity, independence, and wellbeing of every resident.

Set within two acres of beautifully landscaped gardens, the home offers scenic surroundings and a calm, homely setting where residents can enjoy a comfortable retirement while receiving personalised support.

The home provides a friendly, warm, and supportive environment for both residents and staff, with a strong focus on delivering compassionate and person-centred care.

Features of the Home

• Established 15-bed residential care home
• Privately owned and run for over 30 years
• Residential and respite care
• Set within two acres of landscaped gardens
• Peaceful and scenic surroundings
• Friendly, warm, and supportive working environment
• Strong focus on dignity, respect, and independence
• Person-centred approach to care

The Role

As a Care Assistant, you will provide compassionate, high-quality care and support to residents throughout the day. Working as part of an experienced and friendly team, you will help residents maintain their independence, dignity, and quality of life while ensuring their individual care needs are met.

Short and long day shifts are available, offering flexibility to suit different working patterns.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing high-quality, person-centred care
• Assisting residents with personal care and daily routines
• Supporting residents with mobility and independence
• Building positive and respectful relationships with residents
• Supporting residents with their individual needs and preferences
• Monitoring residents’ wellbeing and reporting any concerns
• Maintaining accurate care records
• Promoting dignity, privacy, choice, and independence at all times
• Working effectively as part of the wider care team

About You

• Previous experience within a care setting is preferred
• Compassionate, caring, and respectful nature
• Reliable and committed approach to your work
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Passion for supporting older people
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn
• Committed to delivering person-centred care
• Able to treat residents with dignity, patience, and respect

Benefits & Perks

• Short or long day shifts available
• Days or Nights
• Full-time permanent opportunities
• Friendly and supportive working environment
• Established privately owned care home
• Experienced and approachable management team
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Warm and welcoming team
• Excellent long-term career prospects
• Opportunity to make a genuine difference to residents’ lives