Care Assistant - Halliwell

EFHL; Tunbridge Wells; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider in Tunbridge Wells is seeking Care Assistants to join their dedicated team. The role involves delivering high-quality personal care and engaging residents in various activities to enhance their quality of life. Applicants do not need prior experience as full training will be provided. Benefits include flexible shifts, a group pension plan, and comprehensive wellbeing support. Join a supportive environment that values diversity and inclusion.

Benefits

Fully paid induction programme

Flexible shifts

5.6 weeks holiday per year

Group pension plan

Occupational sick pay

Free Blue Light card

Free DBS

Uniform provided

Free on-site parking

Subsidised meals while on duty

Qualifications

• Prior experience is desirable but not essential; full training provided.
• Ability to support mental and physical activities.
• Respect for individual dignity and promotion of independence.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high standards of personal care based on individual needs.
• Engage residents in social activities and hobbies.
• Assist residents and visitors, ensuring their needs are met.

Skills

Personal care

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Empathy

Job description

Care Assistant

Hourly Rate: £13.13- £13.52 + benefits

Permanent/ Full-time/ Part-time – from 30-40 hours per week

Halliwell, CQC rated Rating Good.

Elizabeth Finn is a leading care provider providing exceptional care throughout our eight prestigious care homes. Our company values are Bring Love, Inspire More, Act with Purpose and Welcome All.

Halliwell

Location: Tunbridge Wells, Kent

Address: Halliwell, Kingswood Road, Tunbridge Wells, Kent TN2 4UN

Home Introduction

Our Halliwell Home is situated on the outskirts of the charming town, Tunbridge Wells. Providing residential and nursing care to the highest of standards in a beautiful, homely environment.

About the Role

We have a dedicated and well-trained team providing an excellent standard of person-centred care for our residents. As a Care Assistant joining our large, diverse team who are proud of the difference we make to our residents you will:

• Deliver and maintain a high standard of personal care to residents in accordance with their needs and desired outcomes.
• Help in the promotion of mental and physical activity of our residents through talking to them, taking them out, engaging with them in activities such as reading, writing, hobbies and other social activities and recreations.
• Welcome and assist residents and visitors, referring them to the person in charge where necessary.
• Ensure residents physical environment meets their needs.
• You will meet the personal care needs of residents in a way that respects the dignity of the individual and promotes independence.

Prior experience is desirable but not needed, as we will give you all the training you need to be successful in this role.

To Apply

Elizabeth Finn Homes do not currently provide sponsorship, but we welcome applications from those who have a right to work in the UK.

Benefits

• Fully paid induction programme
• Enhanced pay for family leave
• Flexible shifts
• 5.6 working weeks holiday per year
• Overtime and bank holiday enhancements to pay
• Group pension plan
• Occupational sick pay after probation
• Wellbeing support through various initiatives including an employee assistance programme with free counselling and Mental Health First Aiders.
• Opportunity to earn rewards via Care Friends which you can cash in when you choose.
• Free Blue Light card – provides members with thousands of amazing retail discounts.
• Cycle to work scheme
• Long service awards
• Apprenticeships, continuous learning and development, professional development and study support opportunities
• Free DBS unless leaving during probation
• Uniform provided
• Free on-site parking
• Subsidised meals while on duty

Safeguarding

In the process of recruitment, selection and appointment Elizabeth Finn Homes implement a range of procedures and actions including Police/Enhanced DBS Checks to ensure our employees, residents and everyone is safeguarded, and abuse is prevented. This is in line with our company values, which are Bring Love, Inspire More, Act with Purpose and Welcome All.

Criminal record checks

As this role involves a regulated activity, successful applicants will undertake an enhanced DBS check, with barred lists check, and any offer of employment will be dependent on a satisfactory outcome. Having a criminal record will not necessarily bar a person from working for us, this will depend on the circumstances and background of any record.

Equality, Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging

Elizabeth Finn strives to treat all staff equally and be a diverse and inclusive workplace, where everyone can be themselves and everyone accepts each other’s differences. Our ambition is to ensure equality and celebrate diversity, working together to create an inclusive workplace, which attracts, nurtures and retains the best people.

Contact

For more information on working in our team or to have an informal visit please contact Halliwell on 01892 525909