Care Assistant

Aria Care; Royal Tunbridge Wells; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable care provider is seeking a Care Assistant for their Firtree House facility in Tunbridge Wells. In this role, you will provide compassionate support to residents in their daily activities, ensuring their well-being and safety. The ideal candidate will possess empathy and a willingness to learn. This position offers benefits like a Blue Light Discount Card, Wagestream, and recognizes your efforts for high-quality care. Join a diverse and inclusive team committed to personal and professional growth.

Benefits

Blue Light Discount Card

Wagestream

Holiday & days out discounts

Long service awards

Recognition programme

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a care or healthcare setting is advantageous.
• Commitment to providing high-quality care is essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with daily activities like personal care and mobility.
• Work with nursing and care team for residents' well-being and safety.
• Provide compassionate support to enhance residents' quality of life.

Skills

Compassionate nature

Willingness to learn

Empathy

Job description

The role of a Care Assistant at Firtree House, a 42-bedded Residential, Nursing & Dementia care home in Tunbridge Wells, involves providing compassionate and person-centered support to the residents in their everyday lives. The home has a 'Good' CQC rating and is highly rated by residents and their families, offering a nurturing environment for both the residents and the staff.

Main duties of the job

As a Care Assistant, you will be responsible for assisting residents with a range of daily activities, such as personal care, mobility, and social engagement. You will work closely with the nursing and care team to ensure the well-being and safety of the residents. The role requires empathy, respect, and a growth mindset, as you will be contributing to the overall quality of life for the residents.

About us

Aria Healthcare is a reputable care provider that operates several care homes across the UK. They are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment, where employees are encouraged to learn from each other's cultures, beliefs, and experiences. Aria Care offers a range of benefits, including a Blue Light Discount Card, Wagestream, holiday and days out discounts, long service awards, and a recognition programme.

Job responsibilities

About the Home

• Firtree House, 30 St James Road, Tunbridge Wells, Kent, TN1 2JZ
• CQC Rating - Good
• Rated 9.5 on Carehome.co.uk

About the Role

• Care Assistant

What will Aria Care Offer you?

• Blue Light Discount Card
• Wagestream
• 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 for this role, but previous experience in a care or healthcare setting would be advantageous. A willingness to learn, a compassionate nature, and a commitment to providing high-quality care are essential.

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.