Support Worker for Pencoed

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

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly PAYE

Flexible shifts

Pension scheme

Holiday pay included in hourly pay

Job summary

ESP Care is seeking a dedicated Care Assistant to support elderly residents in residential and nursing homes. You will assist with daily living, promote safety and independence, and provide compassionate personal care.

Join a friendly team where you can develop key skills, follow dedicated care plans, and document observations. Weekly PAYE earnings, flexible shifts, and a pension scheme are among the benefits. DBS checks and references are required, and you must have the right to work in the UK.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2 or relevant qualifications for the role.
• Minimum 6 months UK care experience within the last 3 years.
• Right to work in the UK; sponsorship not offered.
• Willing to undergo thorough DBS and reference checks.
• Ability to follow Home policies and procedures.
• Strong communication, organisation and teamwork skills.
• Compassion, commitment, patience and practical mindset.
• Respectful care that upholds dignity and independence.

Responsibilities

• Support with residents' 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.

Skills

Communication

Organisation

Teamwork

Compassion

Education

NVQ Level 2 or equivalent

Job description

As a Care Assistant your role would be to provide support and care to elderly residents within the residential and nursing home settings. You will support residents with their daily needs and maintaining their safety and independence. Additionally, you will support elderly individuals with their potential mental health, dementia, learning disabilities and physical health through support, inclusion, personal care and everyday needs.

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.