Care Assistant

Advantage Healthcare; Taunton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in Taunton is seeking compassionate individuals to assist a gentleman with a spinal cord injury. This rewarding role involves supporting his rehabilitation through daily physio and activities. You will work part-time, requiring a vehicle for travel. Join this committed team to promote independence and enhance quality of life. Competitive pay and various benefits offered.

Benefits

Maternity/Paternity leave

Paid annual leave

Refer a friend scheme

Enhanced DBS check

Qualifications

• Experience or training in rehabilitation support preferred.
• Ability to assist with physiotherapy exercises.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to engage with clients.

Responsibilities

• Support the rehabilitation of a gentleman with a spinal cord injury.
• Assist with daily activities and social outings.
• Promote independence and quality of life.

Skills

Compassion

Proactivity

Communication

Job description

Pay Rate:£16.90 per hour (care hours) | £12.21 per hour (sleeper)

Shifts Available:2 Shifts Per Week -

Pattern is as follows: 10pm - 11pm - Care / 11pm - 7am - Sleep / 7am - 9am - Care

Access to a vehicle is required due to the geographical location of the role.

What we offer

Total Community Care is part of City & County Healthcare Group. You’ll have access to all the resources, career pathways, benefits, investments, opportunities, and security that being part of City & County Healthcare Group brings. It’s the best of both worlds.

What you’ll get

• Maternity/Paternity leave
• Paid annual leave
• Refer a friend scheme
• Enhanced DBS check

Job Description

What you’ll do

You’ll be joining a team supporting a gentleman with a spinal cord injury. From supporting him with his rehabilitation through daily physio and exercise programmes to supporting daily activities and trips out.

Qualifications

What you’ll need

We’re looking for compassionate, proactive individuals to join our dedicated support team, working with a gentleman living with a spinal cord injury. This rewarding role involves assisting with his ongoing rehabilitation, including daily physiotherapy and structured exercise programmes, as well as supporting him with day-to-day activities and social outings.

You’ll play a vital role in promoting independence, wellbeing, and quality of life, while becoming part of a friendly and committed care team.

Additional Information

Why choose us?

We see extraordinary achievements happen every day thanks to the talent and commitment of our people. We want to transform the care industry by working smarter, using innovative tech and driving forward positive change. As the largest care company in the UK, we have the size and success to offer you a world of career opportunity, choice and security. Join us on our journey and continue yours.

City and County Healthcare Group is an equal opportunities employer.