Healthcare Assistant

Job description

Are you a compassionate and committed Healthcare Assistant looking for flexible work opportunities? We are recruiting caring professionals to join our growing team, with ad-hoc shifts and long-term placements available in care homes throughout the county of Somerset including areas such as Taunton,Yeovil, Minehead & Wells.

The ideal candidate will provide high-quality care and support to individuals in need, ensuring their comfort, dignity, and well-being. As a Care Assistant, you will work closely with clients to assist them with daily living activities and provide emotional support:

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with personal care tasks such as bathing, dressing, and grooming.
• Help clients with mobility and physical activities, ensuring their safety at all times.
• Support clients in meal preparation and feeding as required.
• Monitor and document clients' health and well-being, reporting any changes to the appropriate personnel.
• Engage clients in social activities to promote mental stimulation and emotional well-being.
• Maintain a clean and safe environment for clients by adhering to health and safety standards.
• Build trusting relationships with clients, providing companionship and emotional support.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive care for each client.

Qualifications

• Previous experience (6 months minimum) in a care or support role is essential.
• A genuine passion for helping others delivering high-quality care.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Good organisational skills with attention to detail in maintaining records and documentation.
• We have shifts available for days (earlies, lates & longdays),nights and weekends...

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Taunton

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

03-11-2026

Profession type

Health / Medical

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English