Care Assistant

Our ambition is to give everyone in Central Bedfordshire a reliable support network and to encourage independence. These are integral roles to offer people the opportunity to interact and socialise with others. Share our vision and we will give you the tools to find your own greatness.

At Central Bedfordshire’s Day Services for Older People every day is different, every person has their own unique story. By working as a Care Assistant you will help us achieve our goals by supporting our customers to lead fulfilling lives both in the centre and out in the community. Within this role there will be a requirement to undertake personal care with customers.

You don’t need any formal qualifications to apply for this role, we are looking for individuals who are self-motivated, proactive and are able to work in a person-centred way to make a difference and improve the lives of the individual. We will support you to work towards a level 2 qualification in Health and Social Care. It would be desirable if you have access to a vehicle and hold a full, valid, driving licence. This role will consist of you working across two locations.

If you are the right person for us, you will have the benefit of a generous rewards package, such as annual leave, an employee assistance programme, access to IT equipment, discounts in the local community and the opportunity to complete further training and develop your career in the social care field.

Part of our vision in the Care and Support services is to be there for you. We will recognise you as an individual personality with your own uniqueness, character and life experiences. We will be there for you, to promote and celebrate your continued successes.

Our Offer

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For an informal discussion about this position, please contact: Lisa Staples via email or on 0300 300 4115

Safeguarding:

Central Bedfordshire Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all employees, volunteers and contractors to share this commitment. This post is subject to the disclosure of criminal records.

Our National Careers Service team offer a free weekly workshop covering CV writing and how to complete the statement sections of the Central Bedfordshire Council online application form. This MS Teams workshop is open to anyone from the UK and lasts around 1.5 hours.