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Community Care Assistant – Minehead

Are you passionate about making a positive impact in people’s lives? We are seeking caring and dedicated individuals to join our team as Community Care Assistants in Minehead.
As a Community Care Assistant, you'll provide essential support to customers in their own homes, helping them with daily living tasks and enhancing their quality of life.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver compassionate, safe care tailored to each individual’s needs.
• Respect and protect customers’ dignity, ensuring care is provided with informed consent.
• Report any changes in the customer’s condition to the line manager.
• Maintain confidentiality of personal and medical information.
• Assist with personal care, medication, meals, housekeeping, and more.
• Encourage and engage customers in social, physical, and mental activities.
• Accurately record care provided and any changes or emergencies.

Role Requirements:

• Caring, dedicated, and committed to providing anti-discriminatory care.
• Reliable, self-motivated, and punctual.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team, especially in emergencies.
• Willingness to undertake initial and ongoing training.
• Previous experience as a Care Assistant is not required as full training is provided.
• Experience caring for a friend or family member is advantageous.
• Relevant care or health qualifications and knowledge of safeguarding procedures are beneficial.

What We Offer:

• Competitive hourly rate of £14.00.
• Travel time paid at £12.21 per hour, with a mileage allowance of 35p per mile.
• Comprehensive training and career development opportunities.
• A supportive and dedicated team environment.
• Flexible shift patterns to suit your needs:
  • Morning Shift: 7am - 3pm
  • Evening Shift: 2pm - 10pm
  • Split Shift: 7am - 2pm, followed by a 2-hour break, then 4pm - 10pm

Additional Requirements:

• Right to work in the UK (visa sponsorship is not available).
• Full UK driving licence and access to a car (Class 1 business insurance required or willing to obtain).
• Caring, reliable, and compassionate attitude.
• Willingness to undergo ongoing training.

If you’re ready to make a difference and join our team in Minehead, we’d love to hear from you!

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