Compassionate Care Assistant - Impact Lives Daily

Avery Healthcare Group; Acomb; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Avery Healthcare Group is seeking a warm, enthusiastic Care Assistant for Amarna House Care Home in York. You will deliver high standards of personal care and work as part of a close-knit team to support residents daily.

No formal experience required; full induction and training are provided. This on-site role emphasizes compassion, reliability, and flexible coverage to meet residents' needs.

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Demonstrate initiative and be respectful towards residents.
• Efficient worker who can follow reasonable instructions from team members.
• Flexible to cover a range of responsibilities at short notice.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with all personal hygiene, promoting independence, dignity and respect.
• Recognise and escalate risks such as weight loss, pressure sores, falls, infections promptly.
• Act courteously towards residents and visitors, respecting dignity and individuality.
• Follow safe working practices across all tasks.

Skills

Communication skills

Initiative

Respectful

Efficient worker

Job description

Avery Healthcare Group is seeking a warm, enthusiastic Care Assistant for Amarna House Care Home in York. You will deliver high standards of personal care and work as part of a close-knit team to support residents daily.

No formal experience required; full induction and training are provided. This on-site role emphasizes compassion, reliability, and flexible coverage to meet residents' needs.