Care Assistant - Taunton

Mash Group; Taunton; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team as a Community Care Assistant in Taunton, providing essential homecare services. Whether experienced or new to care, your compassion and dedication will help enhance the lives of individuals needing support. Enjoy flexible shifts, paid travel time, and comprehensive training while making a meaningful impact.

Benefits

Paid travel time at GBP12.21/hr

Mileage allowance of 35p per mile

Full training provided

Ongoing career development and support

Paid Blue light card by Bluebird Care

GBP350 referral bonus for recommending a friend

Invitations to staff events and social activities

Access to comprehensive staff welfare platform

Overtime opportunities available

Qualifications

• Right to work in the UK.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a car.
• Class 1 business insurance or willingness to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Deliver compassionate, person-centred care.
• Assist with personal care, medication, meals, and light housekeeping.
• Support customers' social, physical, and mental well-being.

Skills

Compassion

Reliability

Respectfulness

Job description

Are you a caring individual who s passionate about helping others live independently and with dignity? Join our team in Taunton as a Community Care Assistant and be part of a supportive and rewarding environment where your work truly matters.

We are proud to deliver premium homecare across the local area s

• Taunton
• Bridgwater
• Tiverton
• Minehead
• Wellington
• Burnham-on-sea
• Cullompton
• Williton
• Surrounding areas

As a Care Assistant, you ll support people in their own homes, making each day safer, easier, and more enjoyable.

Your responsibilities will include

• Delivering compassionate, person-centred care.
• Assisting with personal care, medication, meals, and light housekeeping.
• Supporting customers social, physical, and mental well-being.
• Observing and reporting changes in health or behaviour.
• Maintaining confidentiality and professional standards at all times.

What We re Looking For
We welcome both experienced carers and those new to the profession. What matters most is your dedication and compassion.

Essential:

• Right to work in the UK (we are unable to provide sponsorship).
• Full UK driving licence and access to a car.
• Class 1 business insurance (or willingness to obtain).
• A caring, reliable, and respectful nature.
• Willingness to undertake full training.

What You ll Get

• GBP14.00 per hour.
• Paid travel time at GBP12.21/hr.
• Mileage allowance of 35p per mile.
• Full training provided, ensuring you are well-equipped to deliver excellent care.
• Ongoing career development and support.
• GBP350 referral bonus for recommending a friend.
• Paid Blue light card by Bluebird Care.
• Invitations to staff events and social activities.
• Access to comprehensive staff welfare platform.
• Overtime opportunities available.

Flexible shifts to suit your lifestyle

• Morning: 7am 3pm
• Evening: 2pm 10pm
• Split: 7am 2pm & 4pm 10pm (with 2-hour break)

Why Join Us?
You won t just be providing care you ll be bringing comfort, confidence, and connection to people s lives every single day. Join a team that truly values your contribution and supports your growth from day one.