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What is the role?
Make a real impact every day as a Relief Domestic Assistant at Hafod.
We’re looking for kind, caring and reliable people to join our team. You’ll support people with daily living activities and personal care like washing, dressing, helping people use the bathroom as well as supporting with meals, wellbeing activities and routines.
It’s hands on rewarding work where you can genuinely make a difference to the people you support, and no two days are ever the same.
We put people first, offering great training, supportive teams and opportunities to grow your career in care.
Please note: This is a 0hr permanent relief role, we’re unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.
We’re offering PT/FT 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.
Some of our homes may have limited public transport links, and some shifts start early or finish late. You’ll therefore need reliable transport to and from work.
What you’ll be doing
* Carry out general cleaning duties throughout the home.
* Safely handle and store cleaning materials in line with Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) procedures.
* Report faults or hazards.
* Maintain a safe, hygienic environment.
* Work as part of a team to support a welcoming environment.
You can find the full job description attached for a more detailed overview of the role.
What you’ll bring
Reliable, hardworking and practical, with a strong commitment to cleanliness, safety and creating a welcoming environment for residents, visitors and colleagues.
* Reliable and practical approach.
* Good communication skills.
* Understanding of cleaning standards (or willingness to learn).
* Teamwork and independence.
* Commitment to quality service.
Interested in applying?
Submit your application online.
We’ll review all applications and if you’re shortlisted, we’ll get in touch to arrange an interview at Plas-y-Garn Care Home
If you’re successful at the end of the recruitment process, we’ll offer you the role and begin your pre-employment checks. This includes confirming your right to work and completing an enhanced DBS check, which we’ll organise and pay for.
If you’d like some tips or advice with the recruitment process, we’ve put together some helpful guidance, here.
We may close this advert early if we receive a high number of applications, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
Support and adjustments
We’re committed to ensuring a fair and inclusive recruitment process. If you need any reasonable adjustments or support at any stage, please let us know and we'll be happy to help.
About the home
Plas y Garn Care Home provides accommodation for over 65s in Pontypool, Torfaen. We focus on giving a great quality of life to our residents, whatever their abilities and needs are. Our team of specially trained staff provide tailored care to all of our residents, including those who require EMI care and those with dementia.
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