We currently have a vacancy for Care and Wellbeing Assistants within our Cardiff Care Hubs, delivering a service that provides support to adults living with Dementia. People are supported by the service to access a wide range of day opportunities within a care setting.
About the job
Ideally, you will have experience of working with older people with dementia. You should hold or be willing to train and achieve the QCF 2 level required for the post, along with undertaking relevant designated training courses.
You will need to be flexible, and have a positive & happy attitude; weekend working will be required on a rota basis.
You will have excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
What We Are Looking For From You
The successful applicant will work as part of an established team supporting adults living with dementia to access daytime opportunities.
The role requires the post holder to attend to the personal care & support needs of users of the Care Hub, to ensure their physical and emotional well-being needs are met; along with delivering & supporting participation in social & recreational activities.
Additional information
These posts are subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service Enhanced check.
These posts are suitable for job share. 35 hrs.
We welcome applications in both English and Welsh. Applications received in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than English applications.
We understand you might use AI and other resources for your application; however, please ensure all information you provide is factually accurate, truthful, original and does not include ideas or work that is not your own.
If you would like an informal conversation about this role prior to application, please contact Nicola Owen nicola.owen@cardiff.gov.uk
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Job Category Admin / Clerical
Department Housing & Communities
Working Pattern/Contract Type Part Time Permanent
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