Support Worker

A brand new job opportunity has arisen for a committed Care Assistant to work in an excellent care home based in the Penarth, Vale of Glamorgan area. You will be working for one of UK’s leading health care providers

This is a excellent care home which offers high-quality residential care and short-term respite care in a warm, welcoming environment

As the Care Assistant your key duties include:

· Act as a key worker for a group of residents and support admissions

· Participate in developing and reviewing individual care plans, including those for residents with dementia

· Provide personal and social care in line with care plans, enhancing residents’ physical, emotional, and spiritual wellbeing

· Uphold safeguarding responsibilities, infection control, and health & safety practices

The following skills and experience would be preferred and beneficial for the role:

· Respect and sensitivity for older people

· A willingness to be trained and developed (Level 1 or 2 in social care is encouraged)

· Good communication and listening skills

· The ability to work both independently and as part of a team

· A caring nature with patience and empathy

· Previous care experience is desirable, though not essential

· Work flexibly across a rota, including weekends

The successful Care Assistant will receive an excellent salary up to £13.79 per hour and the annual salary up to £23,663.64 per annum. This exciting position is a permanent full time role for 33 hours a week on a Mix of Shifts or Nights only. In return for your hard work and commitment you will receive the following generous benefits:

· 28 days holiday (including bank holidays) and an option to buy annual leave (pro-rota for part time)

· Pension scheme

· Free DBS checks and uniform

· Confidential counselling, chaplaincy support, and access to our hardship fund

· Flexible options to buy or sell annual leave, plus family-friendly policies

· Discounts through the Blue Light Card, Health Service Discounts, and the Vivup app

· A full induction, ongoing training, recognised qualifications, and clear career progression

· Long service awards to celebrate your contribution

· Critical Illness Insurance and life assurance for contracted hours colleagues

Reference ID: 7247

To apply for this fantastic job role, please call on 0121 638 0567 or send your CV to [email protected]