Evening Care Assistant – Towy Castle Care Home
Location: Carmarthen
Pay: £12.60 per hour
Contract: Permanent, Part-Time
Shifts: 14:00 – 22:00 | 27 hours per week (rota includes weekends & bank holidays)
Care with Kindness. Support with Purpose.
We're looking for a reliable and compassionate Evening Care Assistant to join our team at Towy Castle Care Home. If you're someone who enjoys bringing comfort, dignity, and support to others during the later part of the day, we'd love to hear from you.
About Towy Castle
Towy Castle is a 61-bed residential care home, set in beautiful landscaped grounds with views over the Towy estuary. With more than 35 years of trusted service, we specialise in dementia and elderly care, delivered with respect, compassion, and a strong person-centred approach.
Your Role
As an Evening Care Assistant, you'll play an important role in supporting residents through their afternoon and evening routines, helping them feel comfortable and cared for before settling down for the night.
Key responsibilities include:
* Assisting with personal care, hygiene, and evening routines
* Supporting with meals, hydration, and medication prompts (where trained)
* Providing companionship, reassurance, and emotional support
* Helping residents prepare for bedtime in a calm, dignified way
* Maintaining a safe and tidy environment
* Working closely with colleagues to ensure smooth handovers
What We're Looking For
Previous care experience preferred (training can be provided)
NVQ/QCF Level 2 in Health & Social Care (or willingness to work towards)
Compassionate, patient, and attentive to individual needs
Team player with good communication skills
Reliable and flexible to work weekends and bank holidays on a rota
Why Join Us?
Permanent part-time contract – 27 hours per week
Regular evening shifts (2pm – 10pm) for work-life balance
Supportive, long-standing team and approachable management
Ongoing training and opportunities to develop your skills
A warm, welcoming environment where your care really matters
Apply Now – Make a real difference to our residents' evenings at Towy Castle Care Home.
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.
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Pay: £12.60 per hour
Expected hours: 27 per week
Benefits:
* Company pension
* Health & wellbeing programme
* On-site parking
Application question(s):
* Do you currently have an enhanced adult DBS issued in the last 12 months or on the annual update service?
* Do you a minimum of 6 month experience working in a care home or similar setting?
* Do you have a UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle?
* Do you currently/will require visa sponsorship to work in the UK?
Work Location: In person