Care Assistant

Job description

About Avocet Court Care Home Avocet Court Care Home is a 115‐bedroom residential facility located in Ipswich, surrounded by gardens. We provide exceptional standards of care and a welcoming environment.About the Role Reporting to the Team Leader, the Care Assistant will provide high‐quality care to residents, attend to their individual needs, participate in activities, and ensure care plans are appropriate.Shift Pattern & Location Shift Pattern: 44 hours per week, 12‐hour shifts on a rota basis from Monday to Sunday.Location: Monmouth Close, Ipswich, England, IP2 8RS.Salary £12.71 per hour.Key Duties & Responsibilities Deliver care in the home, ensuring continuous assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of residents' care.Assist residents during meal times to ensure suitable meals.Assist with and participate in all activities within the home to promote person‐centred care.Attend and complete all statutory, mandatory and developmental training and qualifications.Training, Skills & Experience Required A genuine passion for care, putting residents' needs first.Experience in a care position; NVQ/QCF Level 2 Diplomas in Health & Social Care are highly desirable but we can support you to achieve the required qualifications.Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with an enthusiastic and positive attitude.What We Can Offer Fully comprehensive induction.Competitive salary, plus enhancements on bank holidays.28 days of holiday per year.Free Blue Light Card & access to the Blue Light discount platform.Refer a friend scheme.

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Peacehaven

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

31-05-2026

Profession type

Home Care Jobs

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English