Compassionate Care Assistant — Elevate Lives Daily

Avery Healthcare Group; Hatfield; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Avery Healthcare Group is seeking a warm, enthusiastic Care Assistant for Acacia Mews Care Home in Hatfield. You will deliver high-quality personal care and support the care team to ensure continuity of services for residents. DBS disclosure checks are required and the cost will be met by Avery Healthcare.

We offer induction and training to build confidence, with a culture of respect, compassion and accountability. You will be supported to grow within a caring, close-knit team.

Qualifications

• Must be able to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Demonstrate initiative and be respectful towards residents and colleagues.
• Efficient worker able to carry reasonable instructions from others.
• Be adaptable and flexible to cover a range of responsibilities at short notice.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high standards of personal care to residents and contribute to the care team.
• Assist residents with personal hygiene while promoting independence, dignity and respect.
• Identify clinical risk areas (weight loss, pressure sores, falls, infections) and escalate promptly.
• Maintain courteous interactions with residents and visitors, upholding dignity and individuality.

Skills

Communication skills

Written communication

Initiative

Flexibility

Job description

Avery Healthcare Group is seeking a warm, enthusiastic Care Assistant for Acacia Mews Care Home in Hatfield. You will deliver high-quality personal care and support the care team to ensure continuity of services for residents. DBS disclosure checks are required and the cost will be met by Avery Healthcare.

We offer induction and training to build confidence, with a culture of respect, compassion and accountability. You will be supported to grow within a caring, close-knit team.