Posted 15 August, 2025 The Mountains logo

Care Assistant

The Mountains Powys

Job details

  • Salary £12.35 to £12.65 per hour
  • Role Carer / Care Assistant / Care Support Worker
  • Hours Full Time
  • Location Brecon, Powys
  • Job Reference MTCA1

Job summary

Location :The Mountains, Libanus, Brecon, Powys, LD3 8EN
Pay : £12.35 – £12.65 per hour (depending on qualifications)
Contract : Permanent, Full-Time
Hours : 8am till 8pm or 8pm till 8am | Up to 40 hours per week | Rolling rota (includes days & nights)
Rota : Mixture of day and night shifts | Every other weekend | Rota issued approximately 2 months in advance

Care with Heart in the Heart of the Brecon Beacons

We’re looking for a dedicated and compassionate Carer to join our team at The Mountains Care Home, where your kindness and professionalism will make a daily difference to the lives of older adults living with dementia and other mental health conditions.

If you’re an experienced care worker or hold your Level 2 QCF/NVQ in Health and Social Care, we’d love to hear from you.

About The Mountains

Located in Libanus, near Brecon, our specialist home is set against the backdrop of the beautiful Brecon Beacons National Park. The Mountains provides 24-hour care and support to older adults aged 65+ with Alzheimer’s, dementia, and complex mental health needs.

Our team is known for its warmth, compassion, and person-centred approach in a peaceful, rural setting.

Your Role

As a Carer, you’ll support residents with their daily routines and wellbeing while promoting independence, respect, and comfort.

Key responsibilities:

  • Deliver personal care with empathy and dignity
  • Support residents with mobility, mealtimes and personal care
  • Help implement care plans tailored to individual needs
  • Offer emotional reassurance and build meaningful connections
  • Keep accurate records and report any changes in health or mood
  • Work flexibly across day and night shifts as scheduled

What We’re Looking For

  • Level 2 QCF/NVQ in Health & Social Care (or a commitment to work toward it)
  • Previous experience in a care setting is required
  • Knowledge of dementia and mental health support is preferred
  • A calm, compassionate, and respectful approach
  • Ability to work as part of a close-knit team and on your own
  • Willingness to work a rolling rota including every other weekend and night shifts

Why Join Us?

? Meaningful work in a tranquil and caring setting
? Structured rota planned around two months in advance
? Competitive pay based on qualifications
? Opportunities for training, growth, and qualifications
? Supportive management and welcoming team culture

Apply Today

If you’re ready to make a real impact and grow in a supportive, values-led environment, we’d love to welcome you to The Mountains.

Apply now and help deliver care that truly matters - every hour of every day.

Please note that at this point, My Choice Healthcare is not accepting applicants who require a Skilled Worker visa as a prerequisite to a right to work in the UK. Applicants should ensure they have the right to work in the UK before applying for a vacancy.

My Choice Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer. All roles are subject to enhanced DBS checks and satisfactory references.

Skills / Qualifications:

  • Dementia
  • Mental Health
  • Level 2 QCF/NVQ in Health and Social Care

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