At Bath & North East Somerset Council we have one overriding purpose to improve people's lives.
Welcome Payment This post attracts a Welcome Payment of 5% of the starting salary for the grade to enable individuals to join our permanent workforce.
This is payable upon successful completion of your probationary period and is subject to eligibility criteria.
Join Our Dynamic Team as a Senior Care Assistant!
We're on the lookout for passionate, proactive individuals to join our vibrant community at The Orchard.
As a Senior Care Assistant, you'll be at the heart of our mission to support independent living with dignity and compassion.
Why The Orchard?
Top-Notch Benefits : Generous Holiday : Start with 26 days plus bank holiday entitlement.
Secure Future : Local Government Pension Scheme.
Professional Growth : Ongoing learning and career development.
Competitive Pay : Plus, company sick pay.
Welcome Bonus : 5% of your starting salary upon probation completion.
Health & Wellbeing : Free, confidential Employee Assistance Programme.
Flexible Perks : Cycle scheme and Vectis card discounts.
Make a Difference Every Day : Impact lives and promote independence.
Join a passionate, experienced team.
Collaborate with top providers and partners.
About the Role Key Responsibilities : Lead and motivate a dedicated care team.
Deliver outstanding care services.
Communicate with clarity and empathy.
Manage multiple tasks and solve problems efficiently.
Ideal Candidate : Excellent communicator with a caring approach.
Thrives in a busy team environment.
Experienced in senior care roles (a plus).
Flexible Working Hours Shifts : Early starts at 7:30 AM and the late shift finishes at 10:15 PM.
Schedule : Every other weekend and some bank holidays with extra pay.
Ready to Apply?
Seize this rewarding opportunity and apply online now!
Embrace the Challenge.
Make a Difference.
Join Us!
Be a catalyst for change.
Elevate your career.
Join the Orchard family today!
If you are interested in this post and require more details or just to chat through the role and what's involved, please contact Megan McMullen, Extra Care Service Manager on 07530263250 or email ****** Interview date: TBC Please note Applications will be checked weekly and we will shortlist and interview on a rolling basis.
About Bath & North East Somerset Council.
Working at Bath & North East Somerset provides an opportunity to contribute to your community and make a positive impact on the lives of residents.
Our values shape how we work to deliver public services, and how we communicate with the residents we serve.
We care about the best outcomes for local people, through our public services.
Why Bath & North East Somerset Council?
We offer a wide range of benefits, to ensure that you are paid fairly for your work, have the flexibility to enjoy a great work/life balance, and have the support you need.
Go to https://jobsandcareers.bathnes.gov.uk/why-work-us/our-benefits At Bath & North East Somerset Council we have one overriding purpose to improve peoples live.
Find out more about our values at https://jobsandcareers.bathnes.gov.uk/why-work-us/our-values 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.
Find out more on our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion at https://beta.bathnes.gov.uk/equality-and-diversity We are a Disability Confident Employer find out more at https://shorturl.at/ajrsW Please note that 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.