Care Assistant (Days)

Amicacare; Taunton; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Cycle-to-work scheme

Eyecare vouchers for VDU roles

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Early access wage scheme

Long service awards

Refer a friend bonus £200

Job summary

Amica Care invites compassionate individuals to join our brand-new Greenland's Meadow care home in Taunton. As a Care Assistant (Days), you will support residents with daily routines, promote independence, dignity and wellbeing, and contribute to creating a warm, welcoming home for our first residents.

We value reliability, kind communication and teamwork. Previous care experience is welcome, but a caring attitude and willingness to learn are most important. Various shifts include weekend work.

Qualifications

• Caring, reliable and committed to making a positive difference in residents' lives.
• Willingness to learn and work as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Getting to know residents as individuals and supporting them with personal needs.
• Helping residents with day-to-day activities while promoting independence and wellbeing.
• Building warm relationships with residents, families, colleagues and visiting professionals.
• Noticing changes and sharing concerns with the team to ensure appropriate support.
• Keeping clear care records and communicating effectively for consistent care.
• Working safely and following safeguarding, infection prevention, confidentiality and wellbeing guidelines.
• Be part of a friendly team and help create a welcoming home environment.

Skills

Compassionate care

Good communication

Team player

Job description

Amica Care is excited to be opening our brand - new Care home, Greenland's Meadow in September 2026! We are ready to start looking for compassionate Care Assistants (Days) to join our team and support our very first residents. This is an exciting opportunity to help shape a warm, welcoming home where residents feel safe, valued and supported.

The role:

In this role, you will support residents with their daily routines, promoting independence, dignity, choice and wellbeing. Working as part of a caring and supportive team, you will provide person-centred care and help create positive experiences for residents every day.

Various shifts available inclusive of the requirement to work alternate weekends.

Key Responsibilities:

• Getting to know residents as individuals and supporting them in a way that reflects their personal needs, choices and routines.
• Helping residents with day-to-day activities while encouraging independence, dignity and wellbeing.
• Building warm, positive relationships with residents, families, colleagues and visiting professionals.
• Noticing the small things that matter and sharing any changes or concerns with the team, so residents receive the right support.
• Keeping clear care records and communicating well with colleagues to help provide consistent, high-quality care.
• Working safely and thoughtfully, following guidance around safeguarding, infection prevention, confidentiality and wellbeing.
• Being part of a friendly team and helping to create a home where residents feel comfortable, respected and cared for.

About You:

You will be caring, reliable and committed to making a positive difference to residents' lives. You will bring a kind and respectful approach, good communication skills and a willingness to learn. Previous experience in care is welcome, but what matters most is your passion for supporting people and working well as part of a team.

Why join Amica Care?

At Amica, you'll find a caring, inclusive culture where people genuinely matter. As a charity, we are values-led and focused on making a meaningful difference, while also being committed to playing our part in protecting the environment. We offer:

• A supportive and friendly team environment
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• The satisfaction of knowing your work makes a real difference every day
• Cycle-to-work scheme.
• Eyecare vouchers for VDU roles
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) free, confidential support for you and your family (wellbeing, counselling, legal advice).
• Early access wage scheme for financial flexibility.
• Long service awards
• A refer a friend bonus of £200.
• A friendly, inclusive and supportive environment where your contribution truly matters.

Please note: We reserve the right to close this vacancy before the advertised closing date and therefore encourage early applications.

No agencies please. We will be in touch if we require your support.

Amica Care is a Disability Confident Employer.

Amica Care is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults. Successful applicants will be subject to safer recruitment processes, including a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.