Hampshire County Council

Care Assistant (Younger Adults) HCC621047

The closing date is 21 May 2025

Job summary

Here at Hindson House we provide respite services for adults with learning disabilities, physical disabilities and/or sensory impairments. As a Care Assistant, you will play a key role in delivering personalised physical and emotional care to the people who stay with us, ensuring their comfort, wellbeing and safety. Join our supportive team and be part of something special, where your dedication and compassion can make a big difference to the lives of others.

Main duties of the job

  • Support daily living: Help with daily activities including eating, drinking and personal care.
  • Person-centred care: Each of our service users is unique, with their own physical, mental, social and emotional needs. You will focus on their strengths and tailor your approach to meet each persons unique needs.
  • Promote independence: Encourage service users to make personal care choices and support their self-care and independence.
  • Engagement: Support service users in participating in meaningful activities, both within our facilities and out in the community.
  • Build relationships: Establish supportive connections with service users, their families, and colleagues.

For this role a variety of shift patterns will be available which will include weekends and bank holidays for which enhancements will be paid in line with the HCC salary policy.

Please note: We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role and therefore it is essential that you already have the right to work in the UK before applying.

Applicants can expect to hear from us within two weeks of the advertised closing date.

Other job titles you may be searching for: Health Care Assistant, Care Worker, Residential Care Assistant, Residential Support Worker, Support Worker, Home Care Worker, Home Care Assistant, Domiciliary Care Worker, Community Care Assistant, House Parent and Personal Carer.

About us

Why join us?

  • Rewarding work: Make a real difference in our service users lives, knowing that your efforts can create a lasting impact and enhance their quality of life.
  • Training: We provide a full, in-depth and supportive induction programme.
  • Supportive environment: Work in an inclusive, friendly, and collaborative team who feel proud of the work they do to support people in our community.
  • Professional growth: We invest in your future. With ongoing development opportunities, you will have the chance to enhance your skills and advance your career in the care sector.
  • Employee support: Access to Health Assured's comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme to support your physical and mental wellbeing, including 24/7 telephone support, a suite of online resources, and legal and financial advice.
  • Competitive benefits package: Including generous annual leave entitlement, occupational sick pay, and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme.

Details

Date posted

07 May 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£24,405 to £25,430 a year £24,405 - £25,430 pro-rata, per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Flexible working, Annualised hours

Reference number

F0017-25-0026

Job locations

Elizabeth II Court

The Castle

Winchester

Hampshire

SO23 8UB


Hindson House

Basingstoke

RG23 8EA


Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the link provided for the Candidate Pack, which contains further information and details regarding this role.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the link provided for the Candidate Pack, which contains further information and details regarding this role.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Please refer to the link provided for the Candidate Pack, which contains further information and details regarding this role.

Desirable

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Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Please refer to the link provided for the Candidate Pack, which contains further information and details regarding this role.

Desirable

  • Please refer to the link provided for the Candidate Pack, which contains further information and details regarding this role.

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

Hampshire County Council

Address

Elizabeth II Court

The Castle

Winchester

Hampshire

SO23 8UB


Employer's website

https://www.hants.gov.uk/jobs (Opens in a new tab)


Employer details

Employer name

Hampshire County Council

Address

Elizabeth II Court

The Castle

Winchester

Hampshire

SO23 8UB


Employer's website

https://www.hants.gov.uk/jobs (Opens in a new tab)


Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Care Careers Team

care.careers@hants.gov.uk

Details

Date posted

07 May 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£24,405 to £25,430 a year £24,405 - £25,430 pro-rata, per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Flexible working, Annualised hours

Reference number

F0017-25-0026

Job locations

Elizabeth II Court

The Castle

Winchester

Hampshire

SO23 8UB


Hindson House

Basingstoke

RG23 8EA


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