Care Assistant

Bath & North East Somerset Council; Bath; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A local government organization in Bath is looking for a dedicated Care Assistant to support residents in a Community Resource Centre. This part-time role involves assisting with personal care, promoting independence and dignity, and ensuring accurate records are kept. Previous care experience is an advantage, but a strong commitment to quality care is essential. Full training will be provided, making this an excellent opportunity for career development.

Benefits

Welcome payment of 5% after probation

Supportive working atmosphere

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Previous experience in care is advantageous but not essential.
• Commitment to deliver quality person-centred care is essential.
• Full training will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with personal care activities.
• Promote residents' independence and choices.
• Complete accurate care and support records.

Skills

Commitment to quality person-centred care

Team player

Respect and dignity for residents

Job description

At Bath & North East Somerset Council we have one overriding purpose – to improve people’s lives.

This post attracts a welcome payment of 5% of the starting salary for the grade to enable individuals to join our permanent workforce. This is payable upon successful completion of your probationary period and is subject to eligibility criteria.

We are looking for a Care Assistant to join our growing team. Based in one of our Community Resource Centres at Cleeve Court Twerton, Bath. Working towards being a dementia home of excellence.

This role is for 18 hours per week and involves a rota system with some weekends and bank holidays for which enhancements are paid.

Cleeve Court offers a supportive atmosphere which delivers residential/ dementia care, and this is easily accessible via public transport or car.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with personal care activities such as washing, personal hygiene and dressing.
• Promote resident’s independence, choice, dignity, and respect by delivering the best standards of person-centred care.
• Adhere to and complete accurate and timely records of the care and support provided to residents.
• Providing support to access third party and NHS services.
• Be a strong team player and work on own initiative when needed.
• Promote positive lifestyle choices, offering individuals the opportunity and motivation to achieve their best.

About You

Previous experience of working in care would be an advantage, but a commitment to deliver quality person-centred care is essential and full training will be provided. This opportunity is ideal for an individual aiming to develop their career and gain hands on experience in a thriving and friendly workplace.

If you believe that you can make a real and positive difference to the lives of our residents, we would love to hear from you.

Interested to find out more? If you are interested in this post and require more details after reading the job description or just to chat through the role and what’s involved, please email the Deputy Manager, Anne-Marie Sage using : [e-mail]

Please note the Council operates a policy of prior consideration for roles for any individual on the Council’s at-risk register. This means should a redeployee express an interest in this role, providing they meet the essential criteria for the role they will be considered.

Bath & North East Somerset Council is an Equal Opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults.

We advise all interested candidates to apply as soon as possible as this advert may close earlier than the stated closing date due to high demand.