Care Assistant

TN United Kingdom; Ystradgynlais; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic work environment as a Care Assistant, where every day brings fresh challenges and opportunities to make a real difference in clients' lives. You'll support individuals in their homes by following personalized care plans and assisting with essential daily tasks. This role values compassion and resilience, providing a rewarding experience that enhances both your career and the lives of those you care for. With flexible hours and a range of benefits, this is an opportunity to be part of something meaningful and impactful.

Benefits

Enhanced occupational maternity and adoption pay

Enhanced occupational paternity pay

Death in Service Payment

Benefits and Well-being Platform

28 days annual leave (pro rata)

Refer a friend scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Eligible for Blue Light Card

Qualifications

• No prior social care experience is required.
• Willingness to learn and care is essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with personal care tasks like bathing and dressing.
• Support clients with practical tasks like shopping and housework.

Skills

Compassion

Resilience

Team Spirit

Job description

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Location: Ystradgynlais, Pontardawe, Ystalyfera, Cwmllynfell, Brynaman, Coelbren, Neath, Glynneath, Resolven, Seven Sisters, Crynant

Pay Rate: £12.10 per hour

Shifts available: Flexible hours that work for you

Access to vehicle required: Yes, due to geographical location of role

What we offer

We’re creating brighter days, fresh challenges, exciting opportunities, and a dynamic work environment. As a Care Assistant at Abacare, every day will be different, offering meaningful and rewarding work that makes a real difference to our clients’ lives and your career.

What you’ll get

• Enhanced occupational maternity and adoption pay
• Enhanced occupational paternity pay entitlement
• Death in Service Payment
• Benefits and Well-being Platform
• 28 days annual leave (pro rata)
• Refer a friend scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Eligible for Blue Light Card, with access to more than 15,000 discounts nationwide

Job Description

What you’ll do

Our care assistants are the extraordinary people who perform everyday tasks that greatly impact our clients. Supporting them to live safer and supported lives in their own homes, you’ll follow individual care plans and assist with personal care, including bathing, dressing, managing incontinence, and supporting with medication. You’ll also help with practical tasks like shopping, mealtimes, and housework.

Qualifications

What you’ll need

No prior social care experience is required. We value your compassion and ability to care. Resilience, willingness to learn, and team spirit are essential to succeed in this role.