Care Assistant/Reablement Worker

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

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.

About the Team

We are looking for a Step Down Support Worker to be based in one of our Extra Care Services at Hawthorn Court on a part time basis.

This permanent role is for 28 hours per week and involves a rota system which will involve working split shifts, morning and afternoon/evening. You also will be working every other weekend with some bank holidays for which enhancements are paid.

The Hawthorn Court offers a vibrant community atmosphere which is in Keynsham, and this is easily accessible via public transport or car. 

What is Extra Care?

Extra Care Housing is for adults, who have some care needs, with an assured tenancy in a self-contained flat in a purpose-built or adapted scheme. Our Extra care housing services have been rated ‘Good’ by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) in June 2022.

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.

About You

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.  

If you are interested in this post and require more details or just to chat through the role and what’s involved, please contact Service Manager Malgorzata Staszak-Niedopytalska by email Malgorzata_Staszak-Niedopytalska@BATHNES.GOV.UK or call 07811699291.

Interview date: TBC

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.  Go to https://jobsandcareers.bathnes.gov.uk/why-work-us/our-benefits

At Bath & North East Somerset Council we have one overriding purpose – to improve peoples live. Find out more about our values at https://jobsandcareers.bathnes.gov.uk/why-work-us/our-values

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. Find out more on our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion at https://beta.bathnes.gov.uk/equality-and-diversity 

We are a Disability Confident Employer – find out more at https://shorturl.at/ajrsW

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.   As part of this commitment anyone working in a post with children or vulnerable groups will be expected to undertake an Enhanced DBS check with/without barred list checks.

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. Please refer to the Home Office Right to Work Checklist which provides details of which documents are acceptable.  Should you be shortlisted you will be asked to bring your right to work documents with you to your interview so they can be copied and verified at that stage’

Person Specification

Qualifications

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Experience

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Desirable

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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

Hawthorns

Keynsham

Bath and North East Somerset

BS31 1BF

Employer's website

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