Care Assistant - Crowstone House - Westcliff on Sea

Runwood Homes; Southend-on-Sea; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Runwood Homes is seeking a compassionate Care Assistant for their Crowstone House home. The ideal candidate will join a committed team dedicated to enhancing residents' independence in a caring environment. Full training and support for NVQ qualifications are provided, making this a great opportunity for those new to the field.

Benefits

Comprehensive induction and ongoing paid training

Fully funded training to enhance skills

Employee Assistance Scheme for staff and family

Access to various discounts for travel, leisure, etc.

Qualifications

• Experience is preferred but not essential; full training provided.
• Willingness to work towards NVQ qualification supported by the company.

Responsibilities

• Promoting independence and providing person-centered care.
• Involvement in fun, stimulating activities with residents.

Skills

Compassion

Excellent communication

Can-do attitude

Education

NVQ Level 1 or 2 in Health and Social Care

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Care Assistant - Crowstone House - Westcliff on Sea, Southend-on-Sea

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Posted:

02.06.2025

Expiry Date:

17.07.2025

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About the role:

Our diverse and inclusive group of carers share a prevailing passion to make a difference to the lives of our residents. You too could be part of our committed team promoting independence in a safe, comfortable, and caring environment. Our home encourages involvement in a range of fun, stimulating, and meaningful activities to put a smile on the faces of the people we work with.

You will go on a shift pattern that includes working weekends.

About you:

Experience is preferred but not essential as full training will be provided. Your empathy and warm-hearted approach will shine through.

Holding an NVQ Level 1 or 2 in Health and Social Care would be advantageous or a willingness to work towards this. We are able to support you in obtaining this qualification through a fully funded apprenticeship supplied by external providers.

You will have excellent communication skills, a can-do attitude, and the compassion required to deliver the highest standard of person-centered care.

We do not simply go to work each day — we enter the home of some of the most wonderful people you could meet and help them live their lives to the full. Come and join us and see for yourself.

• Comprehensive induction and ongoing paid training.
• Quality, fully funded training to enhance your skills and develop your career.
• Employee Assistance Scheme available to you and your immediate family.
• Access to various discounts for Travel, Restaurants, Days Out, and Leisure.