Job description
Post Ref: CC344
Are you looking for a rewarding role?
Do you want to make a real and positive difference to the lives of older people?
We are looking for kind, caring and compassionate individuals to provide support to adults of all ages. You will be a key member of a multi-disciplinary team promoting and maintaining individual's independence, dignity and choice, undertaking medical, nursing or therapy related treatment programmes or social care intervention in order to support and enable people in their own homes.
Don't worry if you haven't worked in care before, we're also interested in people with a naturally caring attitude, and we will provide all the training and support needed.
Our Requirements:
• A caring attitude and a desire to help people to become more independent.
• Can encourage and enable people to remain an active part of their community.
• Able to build effective relationships and communicate to a high standard.
• Have a UK Driving Licence and have access to own vehicle (mileage and travel time paid).
A flexible approach to work rotas is needed as we operate a 5 day out of 7 rolling rota, including weekends and Bank Holidays, between 7am-10pm. Rotas are planned weeks in advance, so you are able to plan around your own commitments. Enhancements paid for weekends and Bank holidays.
In return we provide:
• A full induction and on-going training and development relevant to the role.
• Fully paid accredited care certificate training and the opportunity to complete an NVQ Level 2.
• A friendly, diverse, dynamic, and supportive team.
• Criminal Disclosure Check, Professional uniform, and PPE.
• Various routes of progression to other areas within Adult Services and across the Council.
• Generous terms and conditions of employment
• Access to a wide range of retail discounts and lifestyle savings
To apply for this opportunity, please send your CV and a covering letter/email to recruitment@calderdale.gov.uk. Alternatively, you can post your documents to Recruitment Team, Calderdale Council, Halifax Town Hall, Halifax, HX1 1UJ.
Closing Date: Tuesday, 5th August 2025
Interviews: Tuesday, 19th August 2025
Successful applicants will be asked to provide evidence of eligibility to work in the UK.
As part of our Vision ( ) we aim to be a talented, resilient and inclusive community. We welcome applications from all and offer a variety of flexible working / job share opportunities.
We reserve the right to close vacancies prior to the advertised closing date, an early submission is advised.