Care Assistant — Person-Centered Care & Career Growth

Larchwood Care Homes Limited; Braintree; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Enhanced DBS

Uniform provided

Life assurance

Wagestream access

Meal on shift

GP online for dependants

Job summary

Larchwood Care Home in Braintree, Essex is hiring a Care Assistant to provide person-centred support to residents, including personal care, mobility and nutrition.

We offer a competitive hourly rate (£14.80–£15.30), contracts of 33 or 44 hours per week, paid Enhanced DBS, uniform, generous annual leave and development opportunities within a supportive team, with full training provided.

Qualifications

• Compassionate, respectful and patient approach.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Willingness to learn; previous care experience helpful but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with daily living including personal care, mobility, nutrition and emotional wellbeing.
• Follow care plans and recognise changes in condition to ensure safe, responsive care.
• Work as part of a team to create a warm, supportive environment.
• Full training and ongoing development provided.

Skills

Care

Communication

Teamwork

Reliability

Willingness to learn

Experience helpful

Education

SVQ/NVQ Level 2 desirable

Job description

Larchwood Care Home in Braintree, Essex is hiring a Care Assistant to provide person-centred support to residents, including personal care, mobility and nutrition.

We offer a competitive hourly rate (£14.80–£15.30), contracts of 33 or 44 hours per week, paid Enhanced DBS, uniform, generous annual leave and development opportunities within a supportive team, with full training provided.