Community Care Assistant Ferndown & Surrounding Areas
£13.50 per hour Full-Time Permanent
Are you a caring, reliable and compassionate individual looking for a rewarding career in community care?
We are recruiting Community Care Assistants to join an established care provider supporting individuals in their own homes across Ferndown and the surrounding areas.
A full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle are essential for this position.
The Role
As a Community Care Assistant, you will provide practical and personal care to individuals in their own homes, helping them maintain their independence, dignity and quality of life.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Providing personal care and assistance with daily living.
- Supporting individuals with washing, dressing and personal hygiene.
- Preparing meals and assisting with nutrition and hydration.
- Supporting medication where trained and authorised.
- Providing companionship and emotional support.
- Encouraging independence and respecting individual choices.
- Monitoring wellbeing and reporting any changes or concerns.
- Maintaining accurate care records.
Hours & Shift Patterns
- Full-time contracts of 37.5 hours per week, with additional hours available.
- Morning shifts: 7am 12pm.
- Lunchtime shifts: 12pm 2pm.
- Evening shifts: 6pm 10pm.
- Weekend rota: One weekend on, one weekend off.
What's on Offer?
- £13.50 per hour.
- Permanent employment with full-time hours available.
- Additional hours available.
- One weekend on and one weekend off.
- Mileage reimbursement for eligible car drivers.
- Travel time paid for eligible staff.
- Ongoing team support and regular supervision.
- A supportive working environment where employees are valued.
About You
We are looking for individuals who:
- Hold a full UK driving licence and have access to their own vehicle (essential).
- Have a genuine passion for helping others.
- Are reliable, compassionate and responsible.
- Have good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Can work independently and as part of a team.
- Are committed to delivering high standards of person-centred care.
- Have previous care experience, although transferable experience may also be considered.
Location: Ferndown and surrounding areas
Job Type: Full-time, permanent
Pay: £13.50 per hour
If you are looking for a rewarding role where you can make a real difference in your local community, we would love to hear from you.
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