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.
Enhanced Pay Opportunities: We provide additional pay enhancements for all roles, applicable to shifts worked during weekends, nights, and bank holidays.
About The Role
As a Care Assistant in our Extra Care Services, you will play a crucial part in our team, providing holistic, person‑centred care and practical support for our tenants. Your role will be to empower individuals to live independently with dignity and choice.
These roles follow a rota pattern, including alternate weekends and bank holidays (with enhancements paid).
Available Positions
- 21 hours per week – 1 position available
- 17.5 hours per week – 1 position available
Please state your preference in your application.
About You
While previous experience in a senior care role is advantageous, a commitment to delivering quality care is essential. Full training will be provided. This role is perfect for individuals looking to advance their careers and gain hands‑on experience in a supportive and friendly environment.
What is Extra Care?
Extra Care Housing offers adults with care needs an assured tenancy in a self‑contained flat within a purpose‑built or adapted scheme. Our Extra Care housing services have been rated ‘Good’ by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) as of June 2022.
Contact
For more details or an informal chat about the role, please reach out to Claire Nolan (Extra Care Service Manager) at or call 01225396561.
Important Information
Interview date: 28/07/2026
Join us in providing exceptional care and support in our thriving community. Apply now and become part of a team that values empowerment and support.
No agencies please.
Please note that this advert may close earlier than the stated closing date due to high demand. We advise all interested candidates to apply as soon as possible.
- Please note, BANES Council operates a policy of prior consideration for roles for any individual on the Council’s at‑risk register (redeployee). This means if a redeployee expresses an interest in this role, providing they meet the essential criteria for the role they will be considered ahead of external applicants.
Equal Opportunity
We are a Disability Confident Employer. The Council is committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce. Applications for job‑share, part‑time and flexible working arrangements are welcomed and will be considered in line with business needs.
Please note that this role is subject to an Enhanced DBS Check.
Safeguarding Statement: The Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable groups and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment. As part of this commitment anyone working in a post with children or vulnerable groups will be expected to undertake an Enhanced DBS check with/without barred list checks.
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