Care Assistant

Bath & North East Somerset Council; Midsomer Norton; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A vibrant community resource centre is seeking a passionate Care Assistant to improve the lives of older adults. This role focuses on providing exceptional care, promoting independence, and ensuring residents' dignity and respect. Join a supportive team that values training and development, offering generous leave and benefits. If you are committed to making a positive impact and enhancing the skills and interests of residents, this is a fantastic opportunity to grow your career in a friendly and thriving environment.

Benefits

26 days annual leave

Local Government Pension Scheme

Excellent training and career progression

Discount card and reward scheme

Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program

Uniform Provided

Free DBS

Qualifications

• Commitment to delivering quality person-centred care is essential.
• Previous experience in care is advantageous but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with personal care activities and hygiene.
• Promote independence, dignity, and respect for residents.
• Maintain accurate records of care provided.

Skills

Person-centred care

Teamwork

Personal care assistance

Communication skills

Education

Previous experience in care

Job description

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

Join Our Team as a Care Assistant at Combe Lea, Midsomer Norton!

Are you passionate about providing exceptional care and support to older adults? Bath & North East Somerset Council is seeking a dedicated Care Assistant to join our team at Combe Lea, a vibrant Community Resource Centre in Midsomer Norton.

About Combe Lea:

Combe Lea is a residential care home providing care and health services in a safe environment for older adults with a variety of disabilities. Our aim is to promote independence and enhance the skills, interests, and abilities of our residents through a broad range of activities.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Assist residents with personal care activities such as washing, personal hygiene, and dressing.
2. Promote residents’ independence, choice, dignity, and respect by delivering the best standards of person-centred care.
3. Adhere to and complete accurate and timely records of the care and support provided to residents.
4. Provide support to access third-party and NHS services.
5. Be a strong team player and work on own initiative when needed.
6. 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.

Why Join Us?

1. Salaried Hours
2. Generous Leave: 26 days annual leave, rising to 31 days after 5 years of service.
3. Pension Scheme: Local Government Pension Scheme.
4. Training and Development: Excellent training and career progression opportunities.
5. Benefits: Discount card and reward scheme, including Cycle to Work.
6. Support: Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program.
7. Uniform Provided
8. Free DBS

Interested in Joining Us?

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

For more details or an informal chat about the role, please contact Deputy Manager, Kerry Love on 0797 123 9581 or email [e-mail].

*Please note the welcome payment is 5% of the starting salary offered.

Interview Date: TBC

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

Please note Applications will be checked weekly and we will shortlist and interview on a rolling basis.

About Bath & North East Somerset Council:

Working at Bath & North East Somerset provides an opportunity to contribute to your community and make a positive impact on the lives of residents. Our values shape how we work to deliver public services, and how we communicate with the residents we serve. We care about the best outcomes for local people, through our public services.

Why Bath & North East Somerset Council?

We offer a wide range of benefits, to ensure that you are paid fairly for your work, have the flexibility to enjoy a great work/life balance, and have the support you need.

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.

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.

We are unable to sponsor candidates for this role under the Home Office Tier 2 points-based system (skilled worker route), therefore you must be able to obtain and provide your own right to work in the UK.