Care AssistantNHS

Job summary

At Avery Healthcare, we are all about supporting the people who care for our residents. We know how hard our teams work, and were here to celebrate and support you every step of the way. When you join us, youll be making a positive impact on residents lives every day your compassion and dedication truly make a difference. Were committed to helping you grow in a caring, supportive environment, with opportunities to learn and develop throughout your career. And as part of our close-knit team, youll experience a culture that values respect, compassion, and a shared commitment to exceptional care. Were now looking for a warm, enthusiastic, and dedicated individual to join our award-winning team as a Care Assistant at Elvy Court Care Home in Sittingbourne, Kent. If this sounds like the place for you, wed love to hear from you! ABOUT THE ROLE Your focus as Care Assistant will be to deliver high standards of personal care, contributing fully to the care team to ensure continuity of services to residents. Other responsibilities will include: Assisting residents in all their personal hygiene care ensuring optimum independence, dignity and respe

Main duties of the job

The Care Assistant role at Avery Healthcare in Sittingbourne is pivotal in providing high standards of personal care to residents, thereby making a positive impact on their daily lives. The role focuses on supporting the care team to ensure seamless service delivery to residents. Responsibilities include assisting residents with personal hygiene, recognizing clinical risks, and upholding respect and dignity for each individual. Values like caring, supportive, honest, and respectful guide operations. Although experience is not mandatory due to comprehensive training provided, effective communication, adaptability, and flexibility are key attributes. The job promises a nurturing working environment where staff are celebrated and supported continuously, fostering career growth. The position entails working within a team known for its compassion, dedication, and commitment to exceptional care, contributing decisively to maintaining a respectful and inclusive culture. This rewarding position welcomes motivated individuals dedicated to enhancing resident life quality while adhering to safe and efficient working systems.

Job description

Package Description: At Avery Healthcare, we are all about supporting the people who care for our residents. We know how hard our teams work, and were here to celebrate and support you every step of the way.When you join us, youll be making a positive impact on residents lives every day your compassion and dedication truly make a difference. Were committed to helping you grow in a caring, supportive environment, with opportunities to learn and develop throughout your career. And as part of our close-knit team, youll experience a culture that values respect, compassion, and a shared commitment to exceptional care.Were now looking for a warm, enthusiastic, and dedicated individual to join our award-winning team as a Care Assistant at Elvy Court Care Home in Sittingbourne, Kent. If this sounds like the place for you, wed love to hear from you!ABOUT THE ROLE

Your focus as Care Assistant will be to deliver high standards of personal care, contributing fully to the care team to ensure continuity of services to residents.

Other responsibilities will include:

• Assisting residents in all their personal hygiene care ensuring optimum independence, dignity and respect of individuals at all times.
• Recognising and understanding clinical risk areas in residents such as weight loss, pressure sores, risk of falls, sign of infections and escalate any identified risks in a timely manner.
• Acting courteously towards residents and their visitors, respecting the dignity and individuality of each resident.
• Practicing safe systems of work across the range of task.

ABOUT YOU

To be successful in your application, you will live our values of caring, supportive, honest, respectful, and accountable in all that you do. Experience is not required as we are proud to offer a thorough induction and training programme to ensure confidence within your role.

Our ideal candidate must:

• Have the ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Demonstrate initiative and be respectful towards the residents and other people in the home.
• Be an efficient worker who can carry reasonable instructions from other team members.
• Be able to be adaptive and flexible to cover a range of responsibilities at short notice.

ABOUT AVERY

At Avery, were not just one of the UKs largest providers of luxury elderly care homes were a place where people love to work. We believe that the later years of life should be as enriching as any other, and were passionate about creating meaningful experiences for our residents and our team alike. With our vision of "creating meaningful lives together," we proudly offer exceptional care across our growing network of over 100 homes, building a supportive and inspiring environment where employees feel valued and empowered every day. Join us and see why Avery is the preferred choice for residents and team members alike.

Please note this role will require:

• A DBS Disclosure check, the cost of which will be met by Avery Healthcare.
• Proof of eligibility to work in the UK.

This advert may be withdrawn prior to the advertised deadline depending on the volume of applications received and business needs.

About us

Avery Healthcare is a prominent provider of high-quality care services across the UK, known for its dedication to creating a vibrant and enriching atmosphere for both residents and staff members. Leveraging years of expertise within the care sector, Avery operates over 100 care homes, each designed to deliver outstanding service and personalized care solutions. By fostering a nurturing environment that values respect, compassion, and a commitment to exceptional care, Avery endeavors to enhance the quality of life during residents' later years, ensuring their experiences remain meaningful and fulfilling. The organization is renowned for its supportive work culture, encouraging continual learning and development opportunities that empower staff members. Avery's values-driven approach ensures a collaborative, respectful workplace that allows employees to thrive, making Avery a preferred employment choice for individuals passionate about quality care. The engagement and satisfaction of residents underline their operations, consistently striving to exceed expectations through their comprehensive service offerings.