Ashridge Court Care Centre, Bexhill-on-sea are looking for great Care Assistants and have vacancies for to suit people looking for full time and part time. 

We are looking for Entry Level Care Assistants and NVQ2 and 3 Care Assistants.

Purpose of Role:

As a Care Assistant you will show warmth and support to the residents, helping to promote independence and dignity and positively enhance the lives of the individuals in your care. If you have knowledge and experience of caring for elderly people, come from a caring background and have a genuine love and understanding of older people then this job could be for you.

Key Duties:

• Provide a high level of care to our residents ensuring their wellbeing
• Provide personal care, maintaining a high level of hygiene
• Accurately recording observations in accordance with the resident’s conditions, informing the Senior Nurse on duty of any changes and responding accordingly
• Supporting our residents to maintain their independence
• Identifying and assisting with residents’ needs
• Serving meals
• Assisting our residents as necessary

Requirements:

• Ideally you will have some experience in the Healthcare sector although we will provide you with all the training you need to be successful in the role
• Qualified to NVQ Level 2 Diploma or above is desired but not essential
• Able to work independently and as part of a team
• Have the flexibility and willingness to work shifts, including weekends
• Caring personality
• Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in written form

In return, we will offer you:

• Competitive Salary
• Discounts at Major High Street Retailers
• Industry Recognised Training, including ongoing professional development
• Progression Opportunities
• Free Uniform
• Free Food available, including subsidised hot meals, free fruit and filtered water
• Comfortable Staff Rooms
• Guaranteed Hours

Ashridge Court Care Centre’s philosophy is to create a secure, relaxed, happy and homely atmosphere for the residents to live in and for the staff to work in. We specialise in providing quality nursing and residential care for the elderly. Ashridge Court Care Centre is part of the Canford Healthcare group of homes.

If you would like to join our successful team, please select "apply now" and forward us your CV.

Contact information

Caroline Briame