Compassionate Care Assistant for Elderly Independence

Bidvane; Greater London; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Induction and training programme

Opportunities to learn and develop

Job summary

Avery Healthcare's Wandsworth Common Care Home in London is seeking a Care Assistant to support older residents with personal care and daily activities, while promoting independence and dignity.

The role involves recognizing risks, reporting concerns promptly, and contributing to a safe, continuous care routine. Induction and training are provided, and a DBS check is paid for by Avery Healthcare with proof of eligibility to work in the UK required.

Qualifications

• Effective spoken and written communication.
• Initiative and respect towards residents and others in the home.
• Efficiently carry out reasonable instructions from team members.
• Adaptability and flexibility across responsibilities at short notice.
• Demonstrate caring, supportive, honest, respectful and accountable values.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal and hygiene care while promoting independence, dignity and respect.
• Recognise risks such as weight loss, pressure sores, falls and signs of infection, and report concerns promptly.
• Contribute to the care team to maintain continuity of services for residents.
• Treat residents and visitors courteously, respecting each resident’s individuality.
• Follow safe systems of work across the range of tasks.

Skills

Verbal & written comms

Initiative & respect

Carry out instructions

Adaptability

Caring values

Job description

Avery Healthcare's Wandsworth Common Care Home in London is seeking a Care Assistant to support older residents with personal care and daily activities, while promoting independence and dignity.

The role involves recognizing risks, reporting concerns promptly, and contributing to a safe, continuous care routine. Induction and training are provided, and a DBS check is paid for by Avery Healthcare with proof of eligibility to work in the UK required.