Compassionate Care Assistant — Training & Benefits

RCH Care Homes; Buckhurst Hill; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent care home provider in Buckhurst Hill is looking for compassionate individuals to assist residents with personal care activities and emotional support. Duties include engaging residents in recreational activities and helping with daily living needs. While direct qualifications are not required, candidates should have a caring nature and good communication skills. Opportunities for ongoing training and a potential career advancement path are available, alongside benefits like paid annual leave and a pension scheme.

Benefits

Wide variety of health, retail and leisure benefits via Perkbox

Company pension scheme

Paid annual leave (pro rata)

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 months' experience in a care environment is ideal but not required.
• Passionate and keen to develop new skills.
• Proof of right to work in the UK is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with personal care activities.
• Provide physical and mental stimulation through activities.
• Support residents' physical and emotional well-being.

Skills

Kind and caring nature

Good communication skills

Ability to work under pressure

Flexibility

Listening skills

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care (desirable)

Job description

A prominent care home provider in Buckhurst Hill is looking for compassionate individuals to assist residents with personal care activities and emotional support. Duties include engaging residents in recreational activities and helping with daily living needs. While direct qualifications are not required, candidates should have a caring nature and good communication skills. Opportunities for ongoing training and a potential career advancement path are available, alongside benefits like paid annual leave and a pension scheme.