Care & Support Assistant - Full Time - Days -Barnes Lodge Care Home

1 week ago

Tonbridge, Kent, United Kingdom Avante Care & Support Full time £18,000 - £25,000 per year

Job Introduction

Change Lives Every Day

Care & Support Assistant – Barnes Lodge, Tonbridge

Looking for a job that truly matters?

Want to finish each day knowing you've made someone smile?

Join
Avante Care & Support
, a trusted not-for-profit organisation and Registered Charity dedicated to supporting over 1,000 older people through exceptional nursing, dementia and home care services. We don't just provide care — we create safe, happy places where people feel valued, respected and at home.

We're expanding our amazing team at
Barnes Lodge in Tonbridge
and are searching for compassionate, reliable
Care & Support Assistants
who want to make a real difference — every single shift.

Whether you're experienced in care or taking your very first step into the sector, if you have a kind heart and a passion to help others, we'll support you all the way.

Why You'll Love Working With Avante

We believe in rewarding kindness, nurturing talent and celebrating dedication:

Flexible working patterns – full-time or part-time with alternate weekends off

Competitive pay that reflects your valued contribution

Free DBS check & uniform

Discounts at 800+ leading retailers

Career progression & full training provided

24/7 access to virtual GP, counselling & wellbeing support

Employee of the Month & Sparkle Recognition Awards

A warm, encouraging and team-focused environment

Your Role – Making Every Moment Count

Role
As a Care & Support Assistant, you'll become a trusted companion and source of comfort for our residents. Your role will include:

  • Delivering personal care with dignity, respect and warmth
  • Supporting independence, confidence and wellbeing
  • Helping residents enjoy meaningful activities and everyday routines
  • Offering genuine companionship and emotional support

You won't just support daily living — you'll help create moments of happiness and connection.

No Experience? No Problem.

We'll provide expert training, guidance and ongoing support to help you grow into a confident care professional. All we ask is that you bring kindness, reliability and a willingness to learn.

Ready to Start a Truly Rewarding Career?

Ready to make a real impact? Apply today via our online career's portal.

Closes: 11 December 2025
(All roles subject to Enhanced DBS checks. We are an Equal Opportunities Employer.)

Please note: If you are shortlisted, you will be invited to attend an interview.

We regret to inform you that due to the high volumes of applicants, we do not write to candidates who are unsuccessful at the shortlisting stage.

In the meantime, we would like to thank you for the interest you have shown in Avante Care & Support.

Thank you for considering Avante Care & Support Together, let's create a caring environment for those who need it most.

Avante Care & Support – Where compassion becomes a career.
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