Compassionate Care Assistant | Flexible Training & Growth

NHS Jobs; Coulsdon; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Full time

Job summary

Avery Healthcare is seeking a Care Assistant for Purley Gardens Care Home in Purley, Surrey. You will support residents with personal care, follow safeguarding practices, and work as part of a nurturing team. DBS check and UK eligibility verification are required, with a thorough induction and ongoing training offered.

The role emphasizes compassionate care, respect for resident dignity, and collaboration with the care team to ensure consistent service delivery across shifts.

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Demonstrate initiative and be respectful towards residents and others in the home.
• Be an efficient worker who can follow reasonable instructions from team members.
• Be adaptable and flexible to cover a range of responsibilities at short notice.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high standards of personal care to residents and support continuity of services.
• Recognise clinical risk areas such as weight loss, pressure sores, falls, infections and escalate identified risks promptly.
• Act courteously towards residents and visitors, upholding dignity and individuality.
• Follow safe systems of work across tasks as part of the care team.

Skills

Communication

Initiative

Respectful

Flexible

Efficient worker

Job description

Avery Healthcare is seeking a Care Assistant for Purley Gardens Care Home in Purley, Surrey. You will support residents with personal care, follow safeguarding practices, and work as part of a nurturing team. DBS check and UK eligibility verification are required, with a thorough induction and ongoing training offered.

The role emphasizes compassionate care, respect for resident dignity, and collaboration with the care team to ensure consistent service delivery across shifts.