Care & Support Assistant - Relief - Puddingstone Grange, Plumstead

Avante Care & Support Ltd; Plumstead; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

FREE DBS check & uniform

Flexible working patterns

Pension contributions

Training & development opportunities

24/7 GP & wellbeing support

Staff recognition awards

Discounts at 800+ retailers

Job summary

Avante Care & Support Ltd. is seeking a dedicated Care & Support Assistant at Puddingstone Grange, a welcoming residential home in the Avante family. You’ll assist with personal care, encourage independence, and contribute to a warm, homely environment for older residents.

Training will be provided, and you’ll join a compassionate team committed to dignity, safety and wellbeing. Flexible full-time, part-time and zero-hour contracts are available.

Qualifications

• Kind, dependable and compassionate
• Flexible and proactive approach to work
• A team player with good communication skills
• Previous care experience is helpful but not essential
• Have a genuine passion for improving residents’ lives

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with personal care and daily activities
• Support wellbeing, independence and dignity
• Help create a warm, engaging and positive home environment
• Work as part of a friendly, professional care team
• Ensure high standards of care in line with Avante’s Eden Alternative philosophy

Skills

Caring

Compassionate

Flexible

Team player

Good communication

Job description

Join our Caring Team as a Care & Support Assistant

Location: Puddingstone Grange Pay: £13.20 - £13.40 Hours: Full-time, part-time and Zero hour contracts available

About us!

Puddingstone Grange is a welcoming residential care home providing high-quality, person-centred support for older people in a warm and homely environment. Part of Avante Care & Support, the home is committed to promoting dignity, independence, and wellbeing, with compassionate staff who take pride in delivering tailored care that helps residents feel safe, valued, and truly at home.

Make a Real Difference Every Day

At Puddingstone Grange, our Care & Support Assistants do more than provide care—they bring warmth, companionship, and support to every resident. Whether you’re helping with personal care, encouraging independence, or creating a lively and engaging environment, you’ll make a meaningful impact every day. No experience? No problem! We’ll train you and support your development so you can grow your skills and confidence in a caring, friendly team.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Assisting residents with personal care and daily activities
• Supporting wellbeing, independence, and dignity
• Helping create a warm, engaging, and positive home environment
• Working as part of a friendly, professional care team
• Ensure high standards of care in line with Avante’s Eden Alternative Philosophy

About You

• Kind, dependable, and compassionate
• Flexible and proactive approach to work
• A team player with good communication skills
• Previous care experience is helpful but not essential
• Have a genuine passion for improving residents’ lives

Why People Love Working With Us

• Competitive pay
• Enhanced rate of pay for qualifications
• FREE DBS check & uniform
• Flexible working patterns
• Pension contributions
• Training & development opportunities
• 24/7 GP & wellbeing support
• Staff recognition awards
• Discounts at 800+ retailers

All roles are subject to an Enhanced DBS check.

Avante Care & Support is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

Due to high application volumes, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.