We have an excellent career opportunity for the role of Home Care Assistant to join our amazing team here at Taunton Home Care based in all areas of Taunton including areas such as:
- Creech St Micheal
- North curry
- Hatch Beauchamp
- Cotford St Luke
- Bishop's Lydeard
- West Monkton
Are you a team player? Are you a people person, driven, hard working and determined? Are you a kind and compassionate person looking for a new chapter in your career? Then we want to hear from you!
After Probation Pay:
- £12.40 for hours during the week
- £13.50 for hours during the weekend
- 30p per mile for drivers
- Travel time paid at £12.21
We have excellent working hours which are:
- Between 6.45am-3.00pm (can be flexible with finish time here)
- Between 4pm-10pm
- Between 6.45am-10pm
- Alternate weekends or one weekend day every week
- On weekends on we would accept one full day and one half day
Benefits / Package
- Market leading hourly wage
- You’d quite like an ace, long-term role (first and foremost)
- You like a happy, fun team and vibe
- Where you spend your time matters
- You treat everyone just as we do - with dignity and respect
- A growing company making a huge difference in people's lives everyday.
- Bank holiday and weekend enhancements,
- Full paid training
- Travel time and mileage paid separately
- Broken down payslips
- Referral scheme
- Routes of progression
- Blue light discount scheme
Who are we?
Ever considered a career in care? It can be a hugely rewarding job, ideal for compassionate and dedicated people.
Taunton Home Care offers a variety of entry level jobs as well as training and progression routes to work your way up the ladder
We firmly believe in the power of personal development. By investing in our staff's growth, we ensure they provide the best possible service, equipped with the latest knowledge and skills in homecare.
What values do we look for in our staff?
- Excellent Communication Skills.
- To be Kind, Caring and Empathetic.
- To maintain Professionalism at all times.
- A desire to genuinely help other people and make a difference.
- Happiness and Honesty – we encourage team members to consider how these values apply to their roles and interview against these values.
Key responsibilities:
- Companionship - ensuring a client enjoys regular and meaningful social interaction is an important part of your visit
- Help with everyday tasks such as; meal preparation and light housework
- Accompanying to appointments or shopping
- Personal care - supporting our clients with the essentials such as bathing, showering, dressing and grooming to keep them healthy and independent
Essential criteria:
- Positive person.
- Willing to be a team player.
- Professional manner at all times
- Friendly attitude towards all staff and clients.
- Your own car.
- Able to work alternative weekends (this makes it fair for all staff).
- Please note - people do NOT need experience in care for this role. We are very much interested in your values as a person and we provide excellent training for all staff.
If you have any questions or would like some further information on our Home Care Assistant role, please 'APPLY' now and we can arrange a phone call at your earliest convenience. We can’t wait to hear from you.
Remember to check out our Facebook page to see and learn more about our amazing team - www.facebook.com/TauntonHomecareService
At Taunton Homecare Services, we take the safety and well-being of those in our care very seriously. As a Home Care Assistant, you will be expected to adhere to our robust safeguarding policies and practices, ensuring the highest standards of care and protection for vulnerable individuals. All successful applicants will undergo comprehensive background checks, including an enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check, to ensure suitability for working in a care environment.
Please note that applying for this role is unlawful if you are barred from working in regulated activity as defined by the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). We are committed to maintaining a safe and supportive environment for both our staff and those in our care, and as such, we ensure that all staff are trained and equipped to recognize and act upon any safeguarding concerns promptly.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: £12.40-£13.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Referral programme
- Sick pay
- Store discount
Application question(s):
- Do you have a car for work?
- Would you describe yourself as a kind and compassionate person?
- What location are you based please?
- Do you require sponsorship to work in the UK? We do not offer this.
- Are you male or female?
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person