Care Assistant - Full-Time (Day or Night) with Training

Avon Search & Selection; Braintree; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-time hours

Choice of day or night shifts

Paid breaks

Ongoing training and professional dev.

Specialist training and skills dev.

Supportive, family-oriented team

Recently refurbished care home

Rewarding role making a difference

Job summary

Avon Search & Selection is seeking a Care Assistant for a luxury retirement home in Braintree. This full-time position offers day or night shifts in a welcoming, family-oriented setting that provides 24-hour personalised care for older residents.

You will help residents with daily living, support independence, and work with a compassionate team committed to dignity and quality of life.

Qualifications

• Previous care experience is desirable but not essential.
• A compassionate, caring and patient approach.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• A reliable and flexible attitude.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• A genuine passion for supporting older people.
• Willingness to undertake training and develop your skills.

Responsibilities

• Providing high-quality, person-centred care and support.
• Assisting residents with personal care, washing, dressing and daily living activities.
• Supporting residents with mobility and nutritional needs.
• Promoting independence, dignity and individual choice.
• Building positive relationships with residents, families and colleagues.
• Supporting activities and encouraging social interaction.
• Maintaining accurate care records and reporting any concerns.
• Helping to create a safe, comfortable and welcoming environment.

Skills

Compassionate

Communication skills

Team player

Flexible

Job description

Avon Search & Selection is seeking a Care Assistant for a luxury retirement home in Braintree. This full-time position offers day or night shifts in a welcoming, family-oriented setting that provides 24-hour personalised care for older residents.

You will help residents with daily living, support independence, and work with a compassionate team committed to dignity and quality of life.