Jobs, fresher vacancy - Community Care Assistant • South West England

Company: Olive Recruit

South West England

Community Care Assistant Job Types: Part-time, Full-time, Permanent Salary: £12.40 per hour Hours: 20 to 40 hours per week (flexible shifts) Location: Chippenham Job Scope: We are recruiting compassionate and reliable Community Care Assistants to support individuals in their own homes and communities. You will assist clients with personal care, medication administration, mobility, meal preparation, and daily living activities, promoting their independence and well-being. You will work flexible shifts ranging from half days, long days, to waking nights, providing care across South Gloucestershire, Bristol, Bath, and Wiltshire areas. Travel between calls may be required, generally within a 15-minute radius.You will work in various settings such as : Clients homes, providing care in familiar surroundingsResidential care facilities assist residents in a communal setting.Day centres or community hubs, engaging clients in social activities.Hospitals or healthcare clinics, collaborating with healthcare professionals. This role offers the opportunity to deliver person-centred care in a supportive and professional environment, with career progression and qualification opportunities available. Essential qualifications: Minimum 6 to 12 months of experience in a similar care roleOwn reliable transportation (car or moped) suitable for shift completionGood communication and interpersonal skillsEmpathy, patience, and a caring attitudeAbility to work independently and as part of a teamBasic health and safety knowledgeRelevant 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 callsFlexible working hours with options for part-time or full-time contractsContinuous training opportunities and career development support (Mandatory training provided)Encouraging and collaborative senior leadership teamAccess to the company sick pay schemeEnrolment in a contributory workplace pensionParticipation in regular team-building and company-hosted events At Olive Recruit, we are committed to fostering a workplace culture that embraces diversity and promotes inclusivity. Our core values, Integrity, Impact, Inclusivity, and Innovation, guide our efforts to create an environment where every employee feels valued, respected, and empowered to excel. As a recruitment agency, we prioritise sourcing and placing diverse candidates with our clients, recognising that diverse perspectives are essential for business success and inclusive work environments. We take great pride in celebrating the unique backgrounds and experiences of our team members and candidates. By embracing these different perspectives, we not only create a great place to work but also better serve our clients. Your individuality is what makes our team strong. Join us in championing our values and building a workplace where everyone can thrive. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. All colleagues are expected to share this commitment and participate fully in safeguarding training and processes. The successful applicant will undergo a free enhanced disclosure from the disclosure barring service & other compliance checks required. how many contracted hours per week would you offer? From 20-40 per week depending on availability, do they can work in other places or take FT hours. We will need to specify this when sharing the CV what rates do you offer / do they vary depending on time of day / night or weekends and bank holiday We are currently offering £12.40 + £0.49 per every hour work for travel enhancement as travel time is included in the package plus £0.35 per mile mileage what do the shift patterns look like each week From half days to long days and waking nights what locations would they cover? radius expected to cover per shift? We operate in South Glos ,Bristol ,Bath and Wiltshire -We try to get them to stick to one location but sometimes due to gaps, they could travel for up to 15 minutes between a couple of calls Is mileage paid from home or just between each job? If so, what rate do you offer? Only between calls would they be able to double up or do they work singular? If we have double up visit, yes. We only have one double up at the moment. what is the minimum experience you would consider? 6 to 12 months at least do they need to have transportation? Yes please would you accept someone who uses moped rather than car? yes please as long as they can complete their shift what would the benefits look like working for Blakehill? pension, sick leave, holiday, additional benefits? We are offering the standard at the moment. what training is offered? Mandatory training Can they obtain qualifications, such as Level 2 or 3? we will be considering when we have our sister training company up and running what career opportunities are offered, ie - progression Yes progression up the ladder or through business diversification.