Care Assistant

NHS; Winchester; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Winchester is seeking a dedicated Care Assistant to deliver high standards of personal care. Join a compassionate team committed to exceptional care and contribute to the dignity and well-being of residents. No prior experience is required; comprehensive training will be provided. This role includes responsibilities for personal hygiene care and recognizing residents' clinical needs. Opportunities for growth in a supportive environment are part of this rewarding position.

Benefits

Supportive environment for personal and professional growth

Comprehensive training program

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Demonstrates initiative and respect towards residents and other people in the home.
• Efficient worker who can carry out reasonable instructions from other team members.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high standards of personal care to residents.
• Recognise clinical risk areas and escalate risks as needed.
• Act courteously towards residents and their visitors.

Skills

Effective communication

Demonstrates initiative

Adaptable and flexible

Job description

Overview

This role as a Care Assistant at Avery Healthcare in Winchester offers an opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of residents every day. The company values compassion, respect, and a commitment to exceptional care, providing a supportive environment for personal and professional growth.

Responsibilities

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

• Assisting residents in all personal hygiene care, ensuring optimum independence, dignity and respect at all times.
• Recognising and understanding clinical risk areas in residents (e.g., weight loss, pressure sores, risk of falls, signs of infection) and escalating identified risks in a timely manner.
• Acting courteously towards residents and their visitors, respecting the dignity and individuality of each resident.
• Practising safe systems of work across the range of tasks.

About Avery

Avery Healthcare is one of the UK\'s largest providers of luxury elderly care homes, with a vision of "creating meaningful lives together." The company aims to create a supportive and inspiring environment where employees feel valued and empowered, with opportunities for learning and development. Avery operates a growing network of over 100 homes and is committed to meaningful experiences for residents and team members alike.

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.

Required Qualifications and Skills

• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Demonstrates initiative and respect towards residents and other people in the home.
• Efficient worker who can carry out reasonable instructions from other team members.
• Adaptable and flexible to cover a range of responsibilities at short notice.

About You

To be successful in your application, you will live Avery\'s values of caring, supportive, honest, respectful, and accountable in all that you do. Experience is not required as Avery provides a thorough induction and training programme to ensure confidence within the role.

Role Requirements

Please note this role will require:

• DBS Disclosure check, the cost of which will be met by Avery Healthcare.
• Proof of eligibility to work in the UK.

This advert may be withdrawn prior to the advertised deadline depending on the volume of applications received and business needs.

Additional Information

Package Description: At Avery Healthcare, we are dedicated to supporting the people who care for our residents. We celebrate and support our teams every step of the way. When you join us, you\'ll be making a positive impact on residents\' lives every day; your compassion and dedication truly make a difference. We are committed to helping you grow in a caring, supportive environment, with opportunities to learn and develop throughout your career. As part of our close-knit team, you\'ll experience a culture that values respect, compassion, and a shared commitment to exceptional care. We\'re looking for a warm, enthusiastic, and dedicated individual to join our award-winning team as a Care Assistant. If this sounds like the place for you, we\'d love to hear from you.