Care Assistant: Training & Growth in Elderly Care

The Methodist Church in Britain; Downham Market; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Induction and training

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Carrstone House Care Home, part of Avery Healthcare Group, is seeking a Care Assistant to deliver personal care and support residents' independence and dignity. You will help with hygiene, monitor health risks, and work as part of a compassionate team in a welcoming home.

No prior experience is required as Avery provides a full induction and training programme; successful applicants must pass a DBS check and prove they can work in the UK.

Qualifications

• Effective verbal and written communication.
• Show initiative and respect towards residents and others in the home.
• Work efficiently and carry out reasonable instructions from other team members.
• Adaptable and flexible to cover a range of responsibilities at short notice.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high standards of personal care and contribute to the care team to ensure continuity of services.
• Assist residents with all aspects of personal hygiene care, promoting independence, dignity and respect.
• Recognise and understand clinical risk areas such as weight loss, pressure sores, risk of falls and signs of infection.
• Escalate identified risks in a timely manner.
• Act courteously towards residents and their visitors, respecting each resident's dignity and individuality.
• Practise safe systems of work across the range of tasks.

Skills

Effective communication

Respectful attitude

Work efficiently

Adaptable & flexible

Job description

Carrstone House Care Home, part of Avery Healthcare Group, is seeking a Care Assistant to deliver personal care and support residents' independence and dignity. You will help with hygiene, monitor health risks, and work as part of a compassionate team in a welcoming home.

No prior experience is required as Avery provides a full induction and training programme; successful applicants must pass a DBS check and prove they can work in the UK.