At Bath & North East Somerset Council we have one overriding purpose – to improve people’s lives.
Enhanced Pay Opportunities: We offer additional pay enhancements for shifts worked during weekends, nights, and bank holidays.
We are looking for Care Assistants to join our growing team. Based in one of our Community Resource Centres at Cleeve Court Twerton, Bath. Working towards being a dementia home of excellence. Cleeve Court offers a supportive atmosphere which is in Twerton, Bath delivering residential/dementia care, and this is easily accessible via public transport or car.
Responsibilities
* Assist residents with personal care activities such as washing, personal hygiene and dressing.
* Promote resident’s independence, choice, dignity, and respect by delivering the best standards of person‑centred care.
* Adhere to and complete accurate and timely records of the care and support provided to residents.
* Providing support to access third party and NHS services.
* Be a strong team player and work on own initiative when needed.
* Promote positive lifestyle choices, offering individuals the opportunity and motivation to achieve their best.
About You
Previous experience of working in care would be an advantage, but a commitment to deliver quality person‑centred 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.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Statement
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. We are a Disability Confident Employer. The Council is committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce. Applications for job‑share, part‑time and flexible working arrangements are welcomed and will be considered in line with business needs.
Enhanced DBS Check
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.
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