Care Assistant(Extra Care)

Job description

Job responsibilities

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.

Care Support Worker - Extra Care – Greenacres Court, Midsomer Norton.

We are looking for an Extra Care Support Worker to be based in one of our Extra Care Services at Greenacres Court in Midsomer Norton on a Part-time basis, on permanent contract. This post is for 20.00 hours per week, and this involves a rota system which includes early shifts (starting at 7.30am) and late shifts (ending at 21.30pm) and working every other weekend with some bank holidays for which enhancements are paid. Our Extra Care homes offer a vibrant community atmosphere in Bath and North East Somerset.

As an Extra Care Support Worker, you will:

• Assist tenants with personal care activities such as washing, personal hygiene and dressing
• Promote tenant’s independence, choice, dignity, and respect by delivering the best standards of care
• Adhere to and complete accurate and timely records of the care and support provided to tenants
• Providing support to access third party and NHS services
• Be a strong team player and work on own initiative when needed
• Promote lifestyle choice, offering individuals the opportunity and motivation to retain independence and stay in control of their lives.

Previous experience of working in care would be an advantage, but a commitment to deliver quality 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. We like to ensure that we encourage people to be empowered in a supportive environment. If you believe that you can make a real and positive difference to the lives of our tenants, we would love to hear from you.

Why Bath and North East Somerset Council?

• Salaried Hours
• Up to 26 days annual leave (Rising to 31 days after 5 years’ service)
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Excellent Training
• Career Progression Opportunities
• Discount Card and Reward Scheme including Cycle to Work
• Comprehensive Employer Assistance Program
• Uniform Provided
• Free DBS

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 contact the Service Manager, Sue Lane by email Susan_Lane@bathnes.gov.uk or telephone the care home on 07975233594.

Interview date: TBC            We welcome applications from all sections of the community. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role.

Person Specification

Qualifications

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Experience

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Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

Bath & North East Somerset Council

Address

Greenacres

Midsomer Norton

Bath and North East Somerset

BA3 2RD

Employer's website

https://beta.bathnes.gov.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)