Health Care Assistant (Days)
Employer: Harbour Healthcare
Location: Taunton, England, United Kingdom (Gotton Manor, TA2 8LL)
Base pay: £12.81 per hour
Harbour Healthcare is a family‑run care provider with 42 homes across the UK. We pride ourselves on excellent standards of care, treating each resident with dignity and respect, and fostering a culture of belonging and empowerment.
Responsibilities
* Support residents with personal care needs, including washing, dressing, feeding and toileting.
* Assist with daily activities that promote health and wellbeing such as arts and crafts, drama, music, gardening, shopping trips and social occasions.
* Help residents participate in sports and other recreational activities, including watching football matches.
* Provide emotional support and companionship, ensuring every resident feels valued and understood.
* Collaborate with the care team to document care plans and report any changes in residents’ condition.
* Promote a positive and inclusive environment, reflecting Harbour Healthcare’s core values: humility, accountability, achievement, passion and integrity.
Qualifications & Requirements
* Entry level – suitable for individuals with little or no prior experience in care.
* Enhanced DBS check (Children and Adults) – mandatory for all positions.
* Willingness to learn and undergo training to obtain relevant health and social care qualifications.
Benefits
* Flexible working patterns to suit your needs.
* Tailored training and development opportunities.
* Competitive salary with potential for progression.
* Employee discounts: shopping, fashion, travel, entertainment (up to 50% with Blue Light Card), free eye test and discounted glasses.
* £30 voucher each month for the nominated ‘Employee of the Month’.
* Free face‑to‑face counselling for you and your family.
* Wellbeing portal – free meditation, podcasts, wellbeing programmes, workout plans and live digital gym classes.
* Cashback card offering up to £500 annual savings at over 80 brands.
* On‑site parking.
* Occasional company events, competitions, incentives and a referral scheme that can earn up to £250.
About Harbour Healthcare
We value diversity, teamwork and continuous learning. Regardless of your qualifications, we look for candidates who share our values and demonstrate commitment to the well‑being of our residents. The role offers full training, support, and the possibility of promotion within our growing organisation.
For more information or to apply, please visit our application portal.
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