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Care Assistant

Bristol City Council

Redfield Lodge Avonvale Road Redfield Bristol BS5 9RGBG5: £25,949 pro rataPart timeCloses: 29/06/2026

Part Time, 2 X 18 hrs per week (morning, afternoon and evening working)

Part Time, 2 X 20 hrs per week (morning afternoon and evening working)

Part Time 1 X 15 hrs per week (morning afternoon and evening working)

Part Time 1 X 30  hrs per week (morning afternoon and evening working)

All the above posts are on a 2 week rota which includes every other weekend working and some public holiday working.

We require caring and motivated staff to join or team at Redfield Lodge.

You will work with people who are physically frail and also have mental health needs/Dementia; you will demonstrate the ability to provide personal care to a high standard, in a way that helps people maintain their independence and dignity.

Previous experience of working in a care setting is an advantage, and a NVQ2 or QCF 2in care is also desirable, or a willingness to undertake relevant training.

Please note that this role is subject to an Enhanced DBS Check.

Why Bristol City Council?

At Bristol City Council, we go that extra mile for our people; we offer a work environment which is fast moving and supportive, giving you the chance to use your skills and develop new ones within a high-profile organisation. For the majority of our roles hybrid working arrangements are available, giving teams the opportunity to work in a way that suits them, balancing service need and individual choice - mixing both home and office working.

Join us and you’ll receive an excellent rewards package including membership of the Local Government Pension scheme, and a generous annual leave allowance. In addition, you’ll be working in a supportive environment where you’ll have the chance to make Bristol a better place and contribute to its future.

How do I apply?

If you share our values and are ready to be part of our exciting journey please select the apply button below.

To be shortlisted for interview you’ll need to demonstrate how you meet each of the essential criteria in the Person Specification within the Further Information section of your application. On occasion we will receive high numbers of applications, we may then shortlist against the desirable criteria along with the essential criteria, so if you can, please demonstrate how you meet this in your application.

For an informal chat please contact Sharon Baker, Unit Manager, Telephone 0117 3534320

At Bristol City Council, we value having a workforce as diverse as the city we serve. We therefore welcome, develop and promote people from all sections of the community. Appointments will be made on merit.

The personal information section (including your name) you’ll complete as part of the application form will not be visible to hiring managers, but is used confidentially to make sure that everyone is treated fairly.