Healthcare Support Worker / Care Assistant Porthcawl £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 Porthcawl.
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
We are looking for individuals who are:
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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