Compassionate Care Assistant | 12-Hour Shifts + Free Meals

Bupa; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

My Healthcare – 24/7 support & remote/

Wagestream – early wage access

28 days holiday

Sick pay scheme

Long service rewards

Free meal on every shift

Pension plans

Parental leave

Menopause Plan

Gym discounts

Job summary

Bupa in Cardiff is seeking a Care Assistant to join the Heol Don Care Home. You’ll help residents with personal care and daily living, while supporting their independence and dignity. The role is full-time, on-site, with shifts around a 12-hour pattern and a pay rate of £13.10–£14.10 per hour depending on experience.

The team emphasises brave, caring and responsible values, and provides a supportive environment with opportunities for development within a large health and wellbeing organisation.

Qualifications

• Motivation, positivity and great interpersonal skills.
• Excellent communication and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Desirable: previous care home experience or Health and Social Care qualification.

Responsibilities

• Support residents with companionship to personal care.
• Observe and report changes in residents' behaviour with care and document as required by legislation.
• Support residents' nutrition and hydration according to their care plan.
• Provide physical and mental stimulation through social and recreational activities.
• Maintain accurate care plans in line with regulatory and legal requirements.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Teamwork

Motivation

Education

Health and Social Care qualification

Job description

Bupa in Cardiff is seeking a Care Assistant to join the Heol Don Care Home. You’ll help residents with personal care and daily living, while supporting their independence and dignity. The role is full-time, on-site, with shifts around a 12-hour pattern and a pay rate of £13.10–£14.10 per hour depending on experience.

The team emphasises brave, caring and responsible values, and provides a supportive environment with opportunities for development within a large health and wellbeing organisation.