Care Assistant

Job Advertisement: Care Assistant

Position: Care Assistant (Permanent)

Location: South Lodge Care Home, 307 London Road, Leicester

Salary: £12.72 per hour

Contract Type: Permanent (Closing Date: 22 October 2026)

Presented by: Supportive Bridge Staffing Agency on behalf of Avery Healthcare

About the Role

As a Care Assistant, you will be at the heart of our award-winning team, making a positive impact on residents' lives every single day. Working within a luxury care environment at South Lodge Care Home, your compassion, dedication, and respect will help residents maintain optimum independence and dignity.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver high standards of personal care, assisting residents with personal hygiene, grooming, and meals while championing independence.

• Recognise and understand clinical risk areas (such as weight loss, pressure sores, falls risk, and signs of infection) and escalate any concerns in a timely manner.

• Act courteously and respectfully towards residents, visitors, and colleagues at all times.

• Practice safe systems of work across a range of daily care tasks.

What We Are Looking For

We are looking for a warm, enthusiastic, and dedicated individual who embodies Avery's core values of being caring, supportive, honest, respectful, and accountable.

• Experience: No prior experience is required! We provide a thorough induction and training programme to ensure you feel fully confident and equipped in your role.

• Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, initiative, adaptability, and the ability to follow instructions effectively.

• Requirements: Applicants must have proof of eligibility to work in the UK and undergo a DBS disclosure check (cost met by Avery Healthcare).

Why Join Us? (Benefits & Rewards)

Joining Avery Healthcare means becoming part of an inspiring, close-knit team where your hard work is celebrated and your career growth is supported. Enjoy fantastic benefits:

• Competitive Pay: £12.72 per hour.

• Supportive Culture: A caring environment focused on staff wellbeing and personal development.

• Comprehensive Training: Full induction and ongoing career learning opportunities.

• Financial & Well-being Support: Excellent company support networks and secure employment with one of the UK’s largest luxury elderly care providers.