Community Care Assistant | Bristol and Chippenham

Location:

Bristol Chippenham

Hours:

20 or 40 hours per week

Vacancy type:

Bank staff Full Time Part Time Permanent

Salary

£12.40 per hour

Join a compassionate and growing team delivering person-centered care across Bristol, South Gloucestershire, Bath, and Wiltshire. As a Community Care Assistant, you’ll provide essential support to individuals in their homes and communities, helping them maintain independence and well-being.

 

About the role

In this role as a Community Care Assistant, you will assist clients with personal care, medication administration, mobility, meal preparation, and daily living activities. This role involves working flexible shifts, including half days, long days, and waking nights. You’ll provide care across various settings, including clients’ homes, residential care facilities, day centers, and hospitals, collaborating with healthcare professionals where needed.

 

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide personal care and support daily living activities
  • Administer medication safely where required
  • Assist with mobility, meals, and household tasks
  • Promote independence and well-being for all clients
  • Engage clients in social and community activities
  • Communicate effectively with clients, families, and healthcare teams

 

About You

  • Minimum 6 to 12 months of experience in a similar care role
  • Own reliable transportation (car or moped) suitable for shift completion
  • Good communication and interpersonal skills
  • Empathy, patience, and a caring attitude
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Basic health and safety knowledge
  • Relevant care certifications such as Care Certificate or NVQ in Health and Social Care are preferred

 

Benefits

  • Competitive pay, including travel enhancements and mileage reimbursement between calls
  • Flexible working hours with options for part-time or full-time contracts
  • Continuous training opportunities and career development support (Mandatory training provided)
  • Encouraging and collaborative senior leadership team
  • Access to the company sick pay scheme
  • Enrolment in a contributory workplace pension
  • Participation in regular team-building and company-hosted events

 

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If you’re passionate about making a positive difference in people’s lives, we’d love to hear from you! Click Apply Now for a confidential chat – applications take less than a minute.

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