Job Description

Care Assistant

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Care and Support - Tunbridge Wells Care Centre

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Contract:

Full Time and Part- Time

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Salary:

12.81 - 13.27 Per Hour

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Shift Type:

Days & Nights Available

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Contracted hours:

23 - 46

Tunbridge Wells Care Centre is a bright, modern home in a residential area of Royal Tunbridge Wells, offering person-centred nursing, dementia and palliative care for up to 70 residents. The home features spacious ensuite rooms, wheelchair-accessible facilities, welcoming communal areas, a dedicated hair salon and large landscaped gardens, all supported by a compassionate team committed to kindness, dignity and comfort.

Care Assistants - Tunbridge Wells Care Centre

12.81 - 13.27 per hour | Flexible hours | Paid breaks & DBS | Career progression

Why Join Us?

At Tunbridge Wells Care Centre, care is more than a job - it's a chance to make someone's day brighter, to be the reason they smile, and to bring kindness when it matters most.

We're proud to be:

Rated 'Good' by the CQC Rated 9.8/10 on carehome.co.uk Our modern, welcoming home is led by a clinically qualified Registered Nurse with over 5 years of proven leadership - giving you confidence, support, and room to grow.

And now, we're looking for caring, reliable people to join our team as Care Assistants.

What We Offer You

12.81 - 13.27 per hour Flexible contracts (typical week is 34.5 hrs/week - we'll work with you) Shift patterns: Days 7am-7pm | Nights 7pm-7am Paid break time - 30 mins of your hour is paid Full training & paid DBS Funded qualifications (NVQs / diplomas in care)
Clear career pathway: Care Assistant Senior Carer Team LeaderNursing Free uniform & onsite parking Overtime incentive (extra pay for hours above contract) 5.6 weeks annual leave (pro rata) Pension scheme

What You'll Be Doing

As a Care Assistant, you'll -

Support residents with daily routines and personal care Encourage independence and dignity Join in with wellbeing and social activities Provide companionship, conversation, and a friendly smile Build strong, trusted relationships with residents and their families

What We're Looking For

A genuine caring nature and a positive outlook Patience, empathy, and respect Teamwork and communication skills Reliability and flexibility Bonus point: A Level 2 Health & Social Care qualification (or willingness to achieve it)

Why Canford Healthcare?

We're a private care provider with strong values: Care, Family, Honesty, Commitment. We'll support you, cheer you on, and help you grow in a role that truly matters.


Whether you're starting your career in care or looking to develop further, this is your chance to make every day meaningful.