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Job Title: Senior Care Assistant
Location: Pontypool
Salary: £13.64 per hour (permanent role, across a mixture of days and nights)
Contract Type: Permanent Full-time and Part-time roles available
Join Our Caring Community - Make Every Moment Count Are you passionate about providing exceptional care and making a real difference in people's lives? We're looking for a compassionate and proactive Senior Care Assistant to support our team and help shape a warm, nurturing environment for our residents.
About the Role: As a Senior Care Assistant, you'll work closely with the Management Team to deliver high standards of physical, emotional, and social care tailored to individual needs. You'll act as a role model for junior staff, lead by example on shift, contribute to care planning, and help promote independence and dignity in a safe and stimulating environment.
Key Responsibilities
* Support residents with daily personal care and emotional wellbeing
* Lead shifts confidently, offering supervision and guidance to the care team
* Review and contribute to individual care plans
* Complete and implement risk assessments accurately
* Administer and manage medications (as authorised)
* Liaise with healthcare professionals to ensure holistic care
* Maintain high standards of hygiene, nutrition, and safeguarding
* Accurately document observations, updates, and progress
What We're Looking For
* NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care (required)
* NVQ Level 3 or willingness to complete it (desirable)
* Experience in a care setting, ideally with older adults
* Proven ability in writing care plans and conducting risk assessments
* Confidence in leading a shift and supporting colleagues
* Strong communication, organisation, and team skills
* Medication trained and competent in safe administration
* Manual Handling and First Aid training
* Practical knowledge of medication processes and relevant health and safety legislation
* Compassion, patience, and a practical mindset
* A commitment to upholding dignity, choice, and respect
Why Join Us?
* A warm and inclusive team culture
* Full training and development opportunities
* A meaningful, rewarding role making a difference every day
* Early finishes on occasion and supportive leadership
This role is subject to an enhanced DBS check, as part of our commitment to safeguarding and quality care.
Apply now and help us create a brighter, more supported future for our residents in Pontypool!
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