Care Assistant (Female Only)

Somerset Care; Taunton; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player in care is seeking compassionate Care Assistants to join their team. This part-time role offers a chance to make a significant difference in the lives of residents, providing support and companionship while adhering to core values of connection and care. With flexible shifts and opportunities for training and development, including NVQ qualifications and apprenticeships, this position is ideal for those looking to grow in the care sector. Enjoy enhanced pay for weekends and a range of benefits, including a refer-a-friend bonus and wellbeing support. Become part of a dedicated team that truly values making a difference.

Benefits

Full company induction

Ongoing training

Access to earned wages before payday

Blue Light Card discounts

Reward and recognition programs

Refer a Friend Bonus

Wellbeing support

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience in a care setting.
• Willingness to undertake NVQ & Care qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality, person-centered care to residents.
• Support residents through mealtimes and engage in activities.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Education

NVQ in Care

Apprenticeship in Care

Job description

Do you like to connect with people, make a difference and do the right thing?

Somerset Care is an award-winning not-for-profit provider of care across the South West. When people think about care, they think of the Somerset Care Group.

Calway House recruits based on values – We are looking for at least 1 year of experience within a care setting.

x 1 PART TIME POSITION AVAILABLE - 30 hours per week! Due to the make-up of the current residents, we are looking for female only applicants currently.

Shifts: 7:45am - 2:30pm and 2:15pm - 9pm, including every other weekend. Long days also available.

Everything we do at Somerset Care is underpinned by our four core values: Connecting with people, Making a difference, Doing the right thing and Embracing change.

We really care about our staff and offer a range of excellent benefits:

• Full company induction, ongoing training to gain NVQ & Care qualifications plus the opportunity to start an Apprenticeship.
• Enhanced pay for nights, weekends and bank holidays.
• We have partnered with Wagestream so you can access your earned wages before payday.
• Blue Light Card – provides access to more than 15,000 discounts from large national retailers to local businesses!
• Reward and recognition – Bright Sparks, Somerset Care Group Awards, Long Service Awards.
• Refer a Friend Bonus – £350 per person you refer (Uncapped and paid on successful appointment).
• Wellbeing support available, covering a wide range of support services and events.

Apply now to speak to our friendly recruitment team!

• As a valued member of our team, Care Assistants are key to helping us provide the support and care our residents deserve.
• Care Assistants do more than a job, they change a life. You would be part of a team that provides high quality, person-centred care which allows our residents to live their lives as they choose.
• You’ll be working from care plans, supporting residents through mealtimes, engaging in activities and providing companionship.
• By joining us as a Care Assistant, you will help support the values of making a difference and doing the right thing, which makes this so much more than just a job.
• Our Care Assistant pay rate is £12.39 per hour with enhanced pay on weekends.

“I have always felt very proud to work for Somerset Care and feel very grateful for the career opportunities & support I have been given.”

This post is restricted to female applicants pursuant to Section 9s of the Equality Act 2010.

This position is advertised in accordance with para 1, Schedule 9s of the Equality Act 2010.

If you would like to have a chat with our friendly recruitment team, please call us on 01823 802 637 and select Option 1.

Somerset Care Group is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion / belief, sexual orientation or age.