Care Assistant - Bexleyheath

Avery Healthcare Group; London; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable healthcare organization in London is seeking a dedicated Care Assistant to deliver high standards of personal care and support residents. The position offers flexibility with days and nights shifts. Ideal candidates should possess strong communication skills and a caring attitude, with no prior experience necessary as training is provided. Join a supportive team committed to making a positive impact on the lives of residents.

Qualifications

• No prior experience required; training provided.
• Must understand clinical risk areas.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high standards of personal care to residents.
• Assist residents with personal hygiene care.
• Recognize clinical risks and escalate promptly.
• Practice safe working systems.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Initiative and respect

Flexibility and adaptability

Job description

Package Description: Shift Details - Days and Nights Shifts, Flexibility Required

At Avery Healthcare

We are dedicated to supporting the people who care for our residents. We recognize the hard work of our teams and aim to celebrate and support you at every step. By joining us, you'll make a positive impact on residents' lives daily — your compassion and dedication truly make a difference.

We are committed to fostering a caring, supportive environment with opportunities for growth and development 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 are currently 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!

About the Role

• Deliver high standards of personal care, contributing fully to the care team to ensure continuity of services to residents.
• Assist residents with personal hygiene care, ensuring independence, dignity, and respect.
• Recognize and understand clinical risk areas such as weight loss, pressure sores, falls, and infections, escalating risks promptly.
• Act courteously towards residents and visitors, respecting their dignity and individuality.
• Practice safe systems of work across all tasks.

About You

To succeed, you should embody our values of caring, supportiveness, honesty, respect, and accountability. Experience is not required, as we provide thorough induction and training to build confidence in your role.

• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Initiative and respect towards residents and colleagues.
• Efficient in carrying out instructions.
• Flexible and adaptable to cover various responsibilities on short notice.

About Avery

Avery is one of the UK's largest providers of luxury elderly care homes, where people love to work. We believe that later years should be as enriching as any other life stage and are passionate about creating meaningful experiences for residents and staff alike.

Our vision is "creating meaningful lives together." We offer exceptional care across a growing network of over 100 homes, fostering a supportive and inspiring environment where employees feel valued and empowered.

Additional Requirements

• A DBS Disclosure check, with costs covered by Avery Healthcare.
• Proof of eligibility to work in the UK.

Please note: This role may be withdrawn prior to the deadline depending on application volume and business needs.