Compassionate Care Assistant — Training & Growth

Avery Healthcare Group; Coulsdon; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Avery Healthcare Group is seeking a compassionate Care Assistant at Purley Gardens Care Home in Purley, Surrey. You will support residents with personal care, maintain dignity and independence, and work as part of a friendly care team.

No prior experience required as we provide a thorough induction and training programme. You must be eligible to work in the UK and willing to undergo a DBS disclosure check funded by Avery.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Demonstrate initiative and respect towards residents and colleagues.
• Efficient worker able to understand and carry instructions from the team.
• Adaptable and flexible to cover a range of responsibilities on short notice.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high standards of personal care and support the care team to ensure continuity of services for residents.
• Recognise clinical risk areas (weight loss, pressure sores, risk of falls, infections) and escalate risks promptly.
• Act courteously towards residents and visitors, upholding dignity and independence.
• Follow safe working practices across all tasks.

Skills

Communication

Initiative

Efficient worker

Adaptive/Flexible

Job description

Avery Healthcare Group is seeking a compassionate Care Assistant at Purley Gardens Care Home in Purley, Surrey. You will support residents with personal care, maintain dignity and independence, and work as part of a friendly care team.

No prior experience required as we provide a thorough induction and training programme. You must be eligible to work in the UK and willing to undergo a DBS disclosure check funded by Avery.