At a Glance
- Tasks: Assist with domestic tasks, kitchen duties, and personal care for residents.
- Company: Tegfan Resource Centre, dedicated to high-quality care for individuals with dementia.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, paid DBS, free training, and career progression opportunities.
- Other info: Flexible shifts available; join a diverse team committed to safeguarding and inclusivity.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of older adults while gaining valuable experience.
- Qualifications: Excellent communication skills and a positive outlook; experience with older adults is a plus.
The predicted salary is between 13.9 - 13.9 £ per hour.
The role involves general domestic tasks, kitchen duties and personal care of residents and service users. Flexibility to cover shifts at short notice is required.
Salary £13.47 / £13.90 per hour, depending on the duties undertaken.
Tegfan is set in its own grounds in Trecynon - Aberdare, within walking distance of a bus station.
About us: We provide a high standard quality of care for up to 45 individuals with a diagnosis of dementia. We support residents to maintain skills, promote independence, dignity and privacy, and engage individuals in activities and social outings.
The role: We are looking for reliable individuals with excellent communication skills who can work well with others in a social care environment. Responsibilities include general domestic tasks, kitchen duties and personal care of residents and service users. You will need to be flexible and available at short notice to cover periods of absence of permanent staff during the week, weekends and nights.
Candidates should have a positive outlook and understanding of the needs of older people. Previous experience with older adults or people with a disability is advantageous. The successful candidate will be supported to complete the All Wales Induction Framework (AWIF) and to register with Social Care Wales.
- Paid DBS
- Paid registration with Social Care Wales
- Fully supported and free training programme
- Shadowing with experienced staff at induction
- Full PPE and risk assessments in line with government guidelines
- Occupational Health Service including self-referral physiotherapy and confidential counselling
- Blue Light card discounts
- Opportunities for career progression
We are committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults and may require an enhanced disclosure and barring service check for the role. The council values diversity and is an equal opportunities employer. Applications from all sections of the community are welcome.
Please note that this is an ongoing advert; suitable candidates will be invited to interview at regular intervals.
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Cardiff Capital is an excellent employer, offering a dynamic work culture that values collaboration and innovation in the civil engineering sector. Employees benefit from generous annual leave, access to the Local Government Pension Scheme, and opportunities for professional growth within a supportive environment. The hybrid working model allows for flexibility, making it an attractive workplace for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment in Wales.
