Care Assistant - Bank

Bupa UK; Tonbridge; On-site; GBP 17,908 - 19,286; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Fully paid induction

Free meals on shift

DBS check provided

Gym/fitness discounts

Job summary

Bupa UK is seeking a Care Assistant (Bank) at Staplehurst Manor Care Home in Tonbridge. You will support residents with personal care, companionship, and daily activities, ensuring safety and dignity.

We offer flexible shifts, fully paid induction, a free meal on every shift, DBS checks, and staff discounts across the UK. Prior care experience is desirable and good communication is essential.

Qualifications

• Motivation and positive attitude are essential for this role.
• Excellent communication and listening skills are required.
• Experience in a care home environment or a related qualification is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support residents with companionship and personal care.
• Observe and document changes in behaviour according to legislation.
• Support nutrition and hydration per care plan.
• Provide stimulation through social and recreational activities.
• Maintain accurate care plans in line with regulatory requirements.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Independent working

Teamwork

Education

Health and Social Care qualification

Job description

Staplehurst Manor Care Home, Frittenden Rd, Tonbridge TN12 0DG

CQC rating: Good

Carehome.co.uk rating: 9.7/10

Care Assistant (Bank)

Location: Staplehurst Manor

Salary: £13.10 - £14.10 per hour (depending on experience)

Contract type: Bank contract

Key Responsibilities

• Support residents with a wide range of differing requirements from companionship to personal care.
• Observe and manage residents' behaviour with care and ensure to document and report any changes in accordance with the required legislation.
• Support residents' nutrition and hydration needs, encouraging and assisting them to eat and drink according to their care plan.
• Provide essential physical and mental stimulation through social and recreational activities, both in groups and individually.
• Maintain accurate care plans in line with regulatory & legal requirements.

What We're Looking For

• Motivation, positivity, and great interpersonal skills.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Desirable: Previous experience in a care home environment or a Health and Social Care qualification.

Benefits

• Flexible working patterns to fit around you
• Comprehensive induction (fully paid)
• Free meal on every shift
• DBS Check and Uniform provided and paid for by Bupa
• Access to discounts at a wide variety of gyms and fitness facilities across the UK

Equal Opportunity / Disability Confident Employer

Bupa is a Level 2 Disability Confident Employer. We aim to offer an interview/assessment to every disabled applicant and provide reasonable adjustments where needed.