Bank Care Assistant

Bath & North East Somerset Council; Midsomer Norton; On-site; GBP 13,776 - 16,531; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Enhanced pay opportunities for shifts

Support in growing and developing skills

Diverse and inclusive workplace

Job summary

Bath & North East Somerset Council is seeking caring individuals to join our team and provide essential support to residents in a flexible bank work capacity. No previous experience or qualifications are necessary, as we emphasize empathy and passion in candidates. The role involves treating residents with dignity, providing compassionate care, and collaborating with team members. If you're looking for a fulfilling role, apply now and make a positive impact in the lives of our residents.

Qualifications

• No previous experience or qualifications are necessary; support provided.
• Willingness to support a range of services and partners.
• Desirable knowledge of delivering needs for older adults.

Responsibilities

• Commitment to quality and being the best you can be.
• Treating those you support with compassion.
• Showing dignity and respect to those receiving care.
• Good communication skills.
• Flexibility and adaptability.

Skills

Empathy

Good communication skills

Flexibility

Teamwork

Compassion

Job description

About Bath & North East Somerset Council

At Bath & North East Somerset Council we have one overriding purpose to improve people’s lives. We deliver care and support to residents across various settings, providing essential services to those who need it most. Our residents may have dementia, cognitive issues, physical disabilities, or frailty requiring support in their daily lives.

Locations Available

• Combe Lea Midsomer Norton/Radstock (Care Residential Centre)

Enhanced Pay Opportunities

We provide additional pay enhancements for all roles, applicable to shifts worked during weekends, nights, and bank holidays.

Settings

• Care Residential Centre: Each Community Resource Centre includes a residential care home for 30 to 45 people, offering a safe and comfortable environment for older adults with various disabilities, including dementia.
• Extra Care: Individual homes within a community setting that promote lifestyle choices, independence, and control over one’s life.

About You

We are looking for individuals with the right values, behaviours, and attitudes to join our team! No previous experience or qualifications are necessary; we will support you in growing and developing into an excellent care worker. Above all, we seek someone with empathy and passion who can make a positive difference in someone’s day.

What is Bank Work?

Bank work is flexible work to support when the need arises within the service. We use bank staff to support our permanent staff members when gaps are identified (sickness/holidays/heightened demand). This is not a permanent contract of employment.

Key Responsibilities & Expectations

• Commitment to quality and being the best you can be.
• Treating those you support with compassion.
• Showing dignity and respect to those receiving care.
• Trust and respect for all team members.
• Teamwork and collaboration.
• Good communication skills.
• Flexibility and adaptability.
• Willingness to support a range of services and partners.
• Knowledge of delivering needs for older adults (desirable, but not essential).

Why this Role?

If you’re looking for a fulfilling role that brings joy to our residents, we want to hear from you! Apply now and become the star our lovely residents deserve.

Interview and Application Information

Interview date: TBA. This is a rolling advert; applications will be checked weekly and we will shortlist and interview on a rolling basis. No agencies please.

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join us. We are a Disability Confident Employer. The Council is committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce. Applications for job-share, part-time and flexible working arrangements are welcomed and will be considered in line with business needs.

Legal Statements

Please note that this role is subject to an Enhanced DBS Check.

Safeguarding Statement: The Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable groups and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment. As part of this commitment, anyone working in a post with children or vulnerable groups will be expected to undertake an Enhanced DBS check with/without barred list checks.