Care Assistant (Extra Care)
| Posting date: | 19 August 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £26,403 to £27,694 per year, pro rata |
| Additional salary information: | £26,403 - £27,694 per annum, pro rata. (£13.69 - £14.35 per hour) +Welcome Payment |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 29 August 2025 |
| Location: | BA2 1ND |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Bath & North East Somerset Council |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | RITM0221076 |
Summary
At Bath & North East Somerset Council we have one overriding purpose – to improve people’s lives.
This post attracts a welcome payment of 5% of the starting salary for the grade to enable individuals to join our permanent workforce. This is payable upon successful completion of your probationary period and is subject to eligibility criteria.
Looking for a role where you can truly make a difference every day? Join us and help shape a caring community.
About the Role
We’re looking for kind-hearted, dependable, and enthusiastic Care to join our dedicated team at Avondown House, one of our vibrant Extra Care schemes. This is more than just a job – it’s a chance to make a real difference every single day by supporting adults to live independently in their own homes, within a warm and welcoming community.
Make a Real Difference
Transform Lives – Empower residents to live with dignity and independence.
Team Spirit – Join a friendly, skilled, and supportive team who care deeply about what they do.
Grow Your Network – Collaborate with trusted care providers and third-party partners.
About You
We welcome people from all walks of life. Whether you’ve worked in care before or are exploring a new career path, if you’re passionate about helping others, we’d love to hear from you. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on experience and grow your career in a nurturing environment.
No experience? No problem.
We provide full training, so whether you're starting out or looking for a fresh challenge, we’ll support you every step of the way.
Interested?
If you’d like to know more or simply have a chat about the role, please contact our Manager, Claire Nolan, at Claire_nolan@bathnes.gov.uk or call 07816 196462.
Interview dates: Week beginning 1st September 2025
Please No Agencies.
Bath & North East Somerset Council operates a policy of prior consideration for individuals on our at-risk register (redeployees). If a redeployee meets the essential criteria, they will be considered ahead of external applicants.
This post attracts a welcome payment of 5% of the starting salary for the grade to enable individuals to join our permanent workforce. This is payable upon successful completion of your probationary period and is subject to eligibility criteria.
Looking for a role where you can truly make a difference every day? Join us and help shape a caring community.
About the Role
We’re looking for kind-hearted, dependable, and enthusiastic Care to join our dedicated team at Avondown House, one of our vibrant Extra Care schemes. This is more than just a job – it’s a chance to make a real difference every single day by supporting adults to live independently in their own homes, within a warm and welcoming community.
Make a Real Difference
Transform Lives – Empower residents to live with dignity and independence.
Team Spirit – Join a friendly, skilled, and supportive team who care deeply about what they do.
Grow Your Network – Collaborate with trusted care providers and third-party partners.
About You
We welcome people from all walks of life. Whether you’ve worked in care before or are exploring a new career path, if you’re passionate about helping others, we’d love to hear from you. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on experience and grow your career in a nurturing environment.
No experience? No problem.
We provide full training, so whether you're starting out or looking for a fresh challenge, we’ll support you every step of the way.
Interested?
If you’d like to know more or simply have a chat about the role, please contact our Manager, Claire Nolan, at Claire_nolan@bathnes.gov.uk or call 07816 196462.
Interview dates: Week beginning 1st September 2025
Please No Agencies.
Bath & North East Somerset Council operates a policy of prior consideration for individuals on our at-risk register (redeployees). If a redeployee meets the essential criteria, they will be considered ahead of external applicants.
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