Care Assistant: Compassionate Care & Career Growth

Athena Care Homes (UK) Ltd; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully funded apprenticeships

Competitive hourly rate

44-hour week

Bank holiday enhancements

28 days holiday

Blue Light Card access

Job summary

Avocet Court Care Home in Ipswich is seeking a dedicated Care Assistant to help provide high-quality care to residents. You will work under the Team Leader to support individual care plans and promote resident wellbeing.

With a focus on person-centred care, you will participate in activities, attend training, and have access to funded apprenticeships to progress toward NVQ levels 2 or 3 in Health & Social Care.

Qualifications

• A genuine passion for care and residents’ needs.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Willingness to undertake training and qualifications in Health & Social Care.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality care and support for residents.
• Assist with meals ensuring meals suit dietary needs.
• Participate in activities to promote person-centred care.
• Attend and complete mandatory and developmental training.

Skills

Care experience

Communication skills

Health & Social Care NVQ

NVQ / QCF Level 2

Education

NVQ/QCF Level 2 Diploma in Health & Social Care

Job description

Avocet Court Care Home in Ipswich is seeking a dedicated Care Assistant to help provide high-quality care to residents. You will work under the Team Leader to support individual care plans and promote resident wellbeing.

With a focus on person-centred care, you will participate in activities, attend training, and have access to funded apprenticeships to progress toward NVQ levels 2 or 3 in Health & Social Care.