Healthcare Support Worker / Care Assistant
Neath
£14.24 per hour
Flexible / Agency Hours
We are currently recruiting compassionate and reliable Healthcare Support Workers / Care Assistants to work across nursing and residential care settings in Neath. This is a rewarding opportunity to provide high-quality, person-centred care to individuals, supporting their daily living needs while promoting dignity, independence, and wellbeing at all times. Working under the guidance of registered healthcare professionals and in line with NHS Wales standards, you will play a vital role in delivering safe and effective care.
This role offers flexibility, variety, and genuine job satisfaction, along with opportunities to develop your skills and progress within the health and social care sector.
Please note: We are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide personal care including washing, dressing, toileting, continence care, feeding, and mobility support
* Support service users with social activities and emotional wellbeing, promoting independence wherever possible
* Monitor, record, and report vital signs and any changes in condition
* Assist with medication administration where appropriately trained and authorised
* Contribute to care planning, risk assessments, and ongoing reviews
* Maintain accurate and timely care documentation
* Follow infection prevention and control procedures at all times
* Support safe moving and handling, including the use of appropriate equipment
* Work collaboratively with nurses, senior carers, families, and multidisciplinary teams
* Safeguard vulnerable adults and maintain confidentiality in line with policy
About You
* Qualified to NVQ Level 2 (or working towards Level 3) or equivalent experience
* Able to demonstrate at least 6 months UK-based care experience (within the last 3 years)
* Compassionate, patient, and committed to delivering high standards of care
* Strong communicators and effective team players
* Able to follow policies, procedures, and care plans accurately
* Committed to dignity, respect, and person-centred care
Requirements
* Right to work in the UK (no sponsorship available)
* Enhanced DBS (on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one at your own cost)
* Registration (or willingness to register) with Social Care Wales
* Ability to travel reliably to shifts (full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle desirable)
* Willingness to complete mandatory training and refreshers where required (at your own cost where applicable)
* Satisfactory references and DBS clearance
What We Offer
* Weekly PAYE pay (no umbrella companies)
* Flexible shifts tailored to your availability
* Holiday pay included in hourly rate
* Auto-enrolment into NEST pension scheme after 3 months
* Opportunities to gain experience across a range of care settings
Important Information
As part of our safeguarding and compliance process, applicants will be required to confirm eligibility criteria, training requirements, and suitability for the role, including safeguarding history checks.
If you are a caring and dedicated individual looking for flexible work where you can truly make a difference, we would love to hear from you.
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