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Care Assistant - Taunton, Somerset, United Kingdom - Mash Group
Description
Are you passionate about providing compassionate care and support to individuals in need? We are looking for dedicated Care Assistants to join our clients team and make a positive impact on our customers' lives.
Our client is committed to delivering high-quality, person-centred care to help their customers enjoy the best possible quality of life in and around the Taunton area and therefore access to your own transport is essential.
Respect and promote the dignity of each customer, ensuring care is provided with informed consent.
Maintain confidentiality of customers' personal and medical information.
Follow care and support plans, assisting with personal care, medication, meal preparation, housework, and more.
Engage customers in social, physical, and mental activities to promote well-being.
Record and report care provided, changes in condition, emergencies, and other relevant information. Caring, compassionate, and dedicated to anti-discriminatory care.
Ability to work alone or as part of a team, especially in emergencies.
Willingness to participate in initial and ongoing training. Full driver's licence with Class 1 business insurance and a current MOT (if using own car for business purposes). Relevant care or health qualification.
Previous experience as a care assistant or unpaid carer.
Knowledge of safeguarding procedures and health and safety matters.
Flexible approach to working
People:
Respect, understanding, and commitment to anti-discriminatory care.
Performance:
Customer-focused, accountable, and quality-driven.
Care, compassion, and high standards of professional conduct.
The ability to work every other weekend (rota to be discussed) What We Offer:
Competitive pay rates of £12.50 per hour.
Travel time and mileage allowance at 35p per mile.
Comprehensive training and development opportunities.
Opportunities for career progression.