Support Worker for Merthyr Mawr

ESP Care; Newport; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay via PAYE

Pension scheme

Holiday pay included in hourly pay

Job summary

ESP Care in Newport, United Kingdom, is seeking a Healthcare Support Worker / Clinical Assistant (HCSW/CA) to support both registered and non-registered staff and deliver compassionate care to residents.

You will assist with activities of daily living, perform basic clinical observations under supervision, maintain records, and contribute to a safe, dignity-driven environment. Training and career development opportunities are available.

Qualifications

• Provide daily living support with dignity and respect.
• Accurately document observations and progress.
• Follow home policies, safeguarding procedures and infection control.
• DBS and references checks required, with right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Support residents with activities of daily living.
• Review and contribute to individual care plans.
• Report to senior staff to ensure holistic care.
• Accurately document observations and progress.
• Maintain safeguarding and high standards of care.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Teamwork

Compassion

Education

NVQ Level 2 or equivalent

Job description

The Healthcare Support Worker / Clinical Assistant (HCSW/CA) role involves supporting registered and non-registered healthcare professionals to deliver safe, effective, and compassionate care. Your role will include assisting patients with activities of daily living such as washing, dressing, toileting, and feeding, and performing basic clinical observations (e.g. blood pressure, temperature, pulse, and respirations) when required. Your role will include supporting patient mobility and the manual handling of patients using appropriate equipment such as hoists, slide sheets, and walking aids, assisting with clinical procedures under supervision, and monitoring patients’ conditions, reporting any concerns to qualified staff. Your role will include providing emotional support, maintaining dignity, privacy, and respect, and promoting equality, person-centred care, and a clean, safe environment. Your role will include maintaining accurate records and handling information in line with confidentiality, data protection, and safeguarding responsibilities, including recognising and reporting risks. Your role will include following infection prevention and control procedures, using PPE appropriately, maintaining equipment cleanliness, and reporting hazards or incidents. Your role will include working effectively within a multidisciplinary team, participating in handovers, and contributing to high standards of care with professionalism and ongoing development.

This is more than just a job - the role is rewarding, offers a high level of job satisfaction, and provides opportunities for career growth and skill development.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support with the resident’s activities of daily living
• Review and contribute to individual care plans
• Report with senior healthcare professionals to ensure holistic care
• Accurately document observations, updates, and progress
• Maintain high standards safeguarding

What We're Looking For:

• NVQ Level 2 or any relevant qualifications to the role
• Minimum of 6 months UK based care experience (within the last 3 years)
• Right to work in the UK (we are unable to offer sponsorship)
• Candidates willing to undergo thorough DBS and Reference checks
• Ability to follow clear Instructions, Policies and Procedures of each Home
• Strong communication, organisation, and team skills
• Compassion, Commitment, patience, and a practical mindset
• A commitment to upholding dignity, choice, and respect

Benefits of joining ESP Care:

• Weekly pay and paid via PAYE (We do not use umbrella companies)
• Offer shifts via your availability and around your personal life.
• Automatically enrolled into our Pension scheme.
• Holiday pay included in your hourly pay.