Healthcare Support Worker

Job description

Healthcare Support Worker / Care Assistant – Porthcawl – £14.24 per hour – Flexible / Agency HoursWe are currently recruiting compassionate and reliable Healthcare Support Workers / Care Assistants to work across nursing and residential care settings in Porthcawl. This role provides the opportunity to deliver high‐quality, person‐centred care, supporting individuals' daily living needs while promoting dignity, independence and wellbeing. 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.Note: We are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.Responsibilities Provide personal care including washing, dressing, toileting, continence care, feeding, and mobility supportSupport service users with social activities and emotional wellbeing, promoting independence wherever possibleMonitor, record and report vital signs and any changes in conditionAssist with medication administration where appropriately trained and authorisedContribute to care planning, risk assessments and ongoing reviewsMaintain accurate and timely care documentationFollow infection prevention and control procedures at all timesSupport safe moving and handling, including the use of appropriate equipmentWork collaboratively with nurses, senior carers, families and multidisciplinary teamsSafeguard vulnerable adults and maintain confidentiality in line with policyQualifications and Requirements Qualified to NVQ Level 2 (or working towards Level 3) or equivalent experienceAt least 6 months UK‐based care experience within the last 3 yearsCompassionate, patient and committed to delivering high standards of careStrong communication skills and effective team playerAbility to follow policies, procedures and care plans accuratelyCommitted to dignity, respect and person‐centred careRight to work in the UK (no sponsorship available)Enhanced DBS (on Update Service or willingness to obtain at own cost)Registration (or willingness to register) with Social Care WalesFull UK driving licence and reliable travel to shifts (vehicle desirable)Willingness to complete mandatory training and refreshers where required (own cost where applicable)Satisfactory references and DBS clearanceBenefits Weekly PAYE pay (no umbrella companies)Flexible shifts tailored to your availabilityHoliday pay included in hourly rateAuto‐enrolment into NEST pension scheme after 3 monthsOpportunities to gain experience across a range of care settingsApplicants will be required to confirm eligibility criteria, training requirements and suitability for the role, including safeguarding history checks.

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Porthcawl

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

21-05-2026

Profession type

Counselling and Social Services

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English