Care Assistant

Integrated Care System; Sevenoaks; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

A nursing care provider is seeking a compassionate Care Assistant at Kippingtons Nursing Home in Sevenoaks. This role involves assisting residents with daily living activities, offering a supportive and nurturing environment with various perks like discounts and recognition programs. Ideal candidates will have a caring nature and a willingness to learn. No specific qualifications are needed.

Benefits

Blue Light Discount Card

Holiday & days out discounts

Long service awards

Recognition programme

Qualifications

• No specific qualifications are required, but a caring and compassionate nature is essential.
• Willingness to learn and grow within the organization.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with daily living activities including personal care.
• Engage residents in social activities.
• Perform meal preparation.

Skills

Compassion

Empathy

Willingness to learn

Job description

Aria Healthcare is looking for a compassionate care assistant to support residents in their everyday lives at Kippingtons Nursing Home in Sevenoaks. The home is a 55-bed residential, nursing, and dementia care facility with a CQC rating of 'Good' and a 9.4 rating on Carehome.co.uk. The role offers a supportive and nurturing environment, with benefits such as a Blue Light Discount Card, holiday and days out discounts, long service awards, and a recognition programme.

Main duties of the job

As a care assistant, you will be responsible for assisting residents with their daily living activities, including personal care, meal preparation, and social engagement. The role requires 48 hours per week, including day and night shifts, with alternate weekend work. Aria Care is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, and values empathy, respect, and a growth mindset in its employees.

About us

Aria Healthcare is a provider of high-quality residential, nursing, and dementia care services. The company operates several care homes across the UK, with a focus on creating a nurturing and supportive environment for its residents. Aria Healthcare is committed to delivering exceptional care and supporting its staff in their professional and personal development.

Job responsibilities

About the Home:

• Kippingtons Nursing Home, Grange Road, Oak Lane, Sevenoaks, TN13 2PG
• 55 Bed Residential, Nursing & Dementia Home
• CQC Rating – Good
• Rated 9.4 on Carehome.co.uk

About the role

• Care Assistant

What will Aria Care Offer you?

• Blue Light Discount Card
• 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, but the role does require a caring and compassionate nature, as well as a willingness to learn and grow within the organization.

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.