Healthcare Assistant

Avon Search; St Leonards; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid breaks

Ongoing training

Career progression

Luxury retirement home

Job summary

Avon Search is recruiting a Healthcare Assistant for a luxury retirement home in St Leonards-on-Sea. The role offers full-time day or night shifts in a high-quality residential care environment, focusing on compassionate, person-centred support to residents.

The ideal candidate has at least 6 months' experience in care, strong communication, and a genuine passion for helping older people. A stable, supportive team and opportunities for training and progression are highlighted in the benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months’ experience within a care setting.

Responsibilities

• Providing compassionate care and support to residents
• Assisting with personal care and daily living activities
• Supporting residents with mobility and wellbeing
• Building positive relationships with residents and their families
• Promoting dignity, independence, and choice at all times
• Supporting residents with meals, hydration, and social activities
• Maintaining accurate care records and reporting any concerns

Skills

Strong communication

Teamwork

Compassionate

Person-centred care

Willingness to learn

Job description

Healthcare Assistant – Days or Nights – Luxury Retirement Home – AV1987b

Location: St Leonards-on-Sea
Pay: £32,198.40 per annum
Hours: Full Time – Days or Nights

About the Home

This luxury retirement home, located in St Leonards-on-Sea, provides high-quality residential care within an elegant, welcoming, and supportive environment. This small and friendly service offers a truly personalised approach, ensuring every resident receives tailored support while maintaining independence, dignity, and choice.

The home combines comfort, companionship, and exceptional care standards, creating a relaxed and homely atmosphere for residents and staff alike. With a dedicated and experienced care team, the service focuses on enhancing wellbeing and promoting fulfilling daily living.

Facilities and lifestyle include:

• Luxury residential retirement living environment
• Highly desirable St Leonards-on-Sea location
• Comfortable lounges and stylish communal areas
• Warm, welcoming, and homely atmosphere
• Person-centred care promoting dignity and independence
• Dedicated and experienced care team
• Engaging activities and social opportunities
• Freshly prepared meals catering to all dietary requirements

The Role

As a Healthcare Assistant, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality, person-centred care and supporting residents with their daily living needs. Working as part of a supportive care team, you will help create a safe, comfortable, and positive environment where residents feel valued and respected.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing compassionate care and support to residents
• Assisting with personal care and daily living activities
• Supporting residents with mobility and wellbeing
• Building positive relationships with residents and their families
• Promoting dignity, independence, and choice at all times
• Supporting residents with meals, hydration, and social activities
• Maintaining accurate care records and reporting any concerns

About You

• Minimum 6 months’ experience within a care setting
• A caring, compassionate, and reliable approach
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• A genuine passion for supporting older people
• Ability to provide person-centred care with dignity and respect
• Willingness to learn and develop within the role

Benefits & Perks

• £32,198.40 per annum
• Full-time day or night shifts
• Paid breaks
• Ongoing training and development
• Supportive and professional team environment
• Opportunity to work within a luxury retirement home
• A rewarding role with career progression opportunities