Care Assistant

Job summary

We are looking for a friendly and dedicated Care Assistant (Day) seeking a rewarding job within one of our care homes. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing a high level of care to our residents which promotes their independence while safeguarding their dignity. As part of the team, you will participate in the day to day activities of the home.

This is a permanent role working 34.5 hours per week. Please be aware when making your application we are not offering sponsorship. 

We’re offering Part time/Full time hours with a range of shift options, including long days, early, late and night shifts across weekdays and weekends. We’ll talk through your availability and what works for you, while making sure we cover the shifts the home needs to provide the best care for our residents.

Please note: As some shifts start early or finish late, you’ll need access to reliable transport as public transport may not be available at these times.

Benefits

• £12.64 per hour
• Fully paid induction and training programme
• DBS check paid by Hafod
• Free Uniform
• Social Care Wales registration fee reminbursed by Hafod
• Medicash - cashback health plan
• Employee assistance programme and well-being resource available 24/7
• ‘Perks’ – a range of shopping and activity discounts and cashback options
• We are a Family Friendly organisation
• Pension scheme

Where you will be working

Ty Penrhos Care Home in Caerphilly is a large 83 bed home providing a modern, homely setting for older people needing EMI and residential care. The design of Ty Penrhos supports an environment that enables independence and choice within a comfortable and secure setting. The Care Home has been built to exacting standards and supports residents to maximize their independence.

Opportunities for development

We provide a range of learning and development opportunities to support you at every stage of your career. From technical training to leadership development, we have a range of programmes available for you. As part of this role, you will be required to complete a QCF Level 2 qualification, we will support you to do this and your training time will be paid

Our  B ehaviours

Our Behaviours guide the way we work, shape the way we grow and make sure each of us, whatever we do, can have a positive impact within our roles. To find out more about our Behaviours please see the attached Hafod Behaviours Framework.

Next steps

If you are interested in applying for this role, please visit our organisation Vacancy Page. To apply for this role, you are required to submit an application form.

If successful for this role a DBS check will be required

Hafod reserves the right to close this vacancy early should sufficient applications be received. Therefore, we encourage early applications to ensure consideration.