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Care AssistantinBracknellinBracknellPUBLISHED THU 6 MAR 2025

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Avery Healthcare Group Ltd.

Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on residents' lives every day through compassionate care.
Comprehensive induction and training program provided to ensure confidence and competence in the role.
Work within a supportive and caring team environment that values respect, compassion, and collaboration.
Potential for personal and professional growth with ongoing learning and development opportunities.
Flexibility in job responsibilities, allowing for a varied and engaging work experience.
Be part of an award-winning team in one of the UK's largest luxury elderly care providers.
Job security with a respected organisation committed to exceptional care and employee welfare.
Join the compassionate team at Avery Healthcare in Bracknell as a Care Assistant and make a meaningful difference in the lives of our elderly residents. We’re one of the UK’s leading luxury care providers, dedicated to creating nurturing environments for both our residents and staff. Here, you’ll be part of a close-knit community that values respect, dignity, and shared commitment to exceptional care. Your role will involve supporting residents with personal care, promoting their independence, and ensuring their wellbeing in a safe and welcoming setting.

At Avery, we believe in empowering our team members with comprehensive training and ongoing support, so no prior experience is necessary. What matters most is your passion for caring and your ability to communicate effectively. You will work collaboratively with our dedicated team to ensure our residents enjoy their later years to the fullest. If you’re warm, enthusiastic, and ready to embrace a role that is as rewarding as it is impactful, we want to hear from you! Join us at Avery Healthcare, where you can grow in your career while truly making a difference.
Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on residents' lives every day through compassionate care.
Comprehensive induction and training program provided to ensure confidence and competence in the role.
Work within a supportive and caring team environment that values respect, compassion, and collaboration.
Potential for personal and professional growth with ongoing learning and development opportunities.
Flexibility in job responsibilities, allowing for a varied and engaging work experience.
Be part of an award-winning team in one of the UK's largest luxury elderly care providers.
Job security with a respected organisation committed to exceptional care and employee welfare.

Useful skills for a Care Assistant:
To work as a Care Assistant in the UK, you need a combination of essential skills, personal qualities, and sometimes specific qualifications. Here are the key skills and attributes required:
Essential Skills:
1. Communication Skills: Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with clients, families, and healthcare professionals. Good listening skills are also important.
2. Empathy and Compassion: Understanding and sharing the feelings of others is crucial in providing emotional support to clients.
3. Patience: The ability to remain calm and composed in stressful or challenging situations is vital.
4. Physical Fitness: Care assisting can involve lifting, moving, and supporting clients, so having a good level of physical fitness is important.
5. Observational Skills: Being able to notice changes in a client’s condition or behavior is crucial for providing appropriate care.
6. Time Management: You will often have to manage multiple tasks and prioritize the needs of your clients effectively.
7. Teamwork: Ability to work well with other healthcare professionals to provide the best care possible for clients.
8. Problem-Solving Skills: Finding effective solutions to challenges that arise during care activities.
9. Basic Cooking and Household Skills: Depending on the role, you may be required to prepare meals or assist with household chores.
Personal Qualities:
1. Dependability: Being reliable and punctual is essential in this role.
2. Respectfulness: Treating clients with dignity and respect is fundamental.
3. Adaptability: Being able to adjust your approach based on the individual needs of clients and varying situations.
4. Cultural Sensitivity: Understanding and appreciating diverse backgrounds and perspectives.
Qualifications:
While formal qualifications are not always required, the following can be beneficial:
1. Care Sector Training: Mandatory training may include safeguarding, first aid, infection control, and health and safety.
2. Health and Social Care Qualifications: NVQs or diplomas in Health and Social Care can enhance job prospects.
3. DBS Check: An Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check is usually required to ensure the safety of vulnerable individuals.
Experience:
Experience in healthcare, social care, or related fields can be advantageous, though entry-level positions may be available for those new to the sector.
Continuous Development:
Many employers encourage or require ongoing training and professional development to keep skills updated and enhance care delivery.
 


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