Care and Support Worker Level 2 x 2

Job description

We operate a bilingual policy. All applicants are invited to apply in Welsh; any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application made in English.Please note that the advertised salary for this position is subject to the pending 2026/2027 national pay award. The final salary will be adjusted accordingly once this has been agreed.Do you enjoy caring for others or are you looking for a new challenge? Join our hard‐working, friendly and supportive team at Hafan y Waun Residential Care Home and see the genuine difference you can make.We are currently recruiting 2 x 30 hour Level 2 Care and Support Workers to join Hafan y Waun Residential Care Home, Aberystwyth on a permanent basis. Previous experience of working in a care home is not essential as full training will be given. As long as you have kindness, patience, respect and resilience– the rest we can teach you!About the role No two days are the same in this varied and rewarding role. As a general guide, your day‐to‐day duties may include:Providing total care to clients according to daily routine as outlined in care plansProviding emotional support and reassurance to clients, particularly when they need to adjust to change or family crisisAdministering prescribed medication, including controlled drugs, in line with policy and procedureEscorting clients out of the establishment, e.g. Leisure tripsCompleting daily recordsUndertaking cleaning, laundry and dining room serviceOur offer to you The contribution our employees make to the health, safety and wellbeing of our care home residents is priceless. We therefore want to ensure that our Care & Support Workers find working for Ceredigion as rewarding as possible.Benefits Up to 34 days annual leaveHealth and wellbeing initiatives including free lifestyle and counselling supportEnhanced maternity, adoption and paternity payVivup discount card for savings on big name brands and with registered local businessesLearning and development opportunities to support career progressionSalary sacrifice schemes including the Cycle to Work schemeThis role includes weekend working as part of a normal working week or rota.We reserve the right to extend the application closing date.We are committed to safeguarding and protecting children and adults at risk. As part of this commitment, this role will require an Enhanced DBS check. The presence of previous convictions will not necessarily disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. We assess each applicant on a case‐by‐case basis and take into account the nature and relevance of any convictions in relation to the responsibilities of the role. Our goal is to create an inclusive and supportive work environment where all individuals are treated fairly and with respect. If you have any concerns or questions regarding this process, please feel free to contact us for clarification. Your privacy and dignity are of utmost importance to us throughout the recruitment process.What we offer Work‐life balanceLifestyle savings schemeGenerous employer pension schemeCycle to work schemeLearning and developmentWhere you'll work Porth Gofal – Targeted Intervention ServicesWe are at the core of Ceredigion's through‐age social care provision and we focus on ensuring that each individual receives the intervention that is best placed to meet their needs or, where necessary, guide them to early help or specialist services. Our functions include:Integrated Triage and Assessment Services Intake and Integrated Operations TeamIntegrated Assessment TeamEmergency Duty TeamTargeted and Short‐term Services Direct Payments Support ServiceCentre for Independent Living (CILC) Logistics and Operations TeamTargeted & Enablement Integrated CareTechnology Enabled Care & Sensory ServicesOccupational TherapyDirect Services Day Care Services TeamResidential Care TeamsAberystwyth is a lively university town, seaside resort complete with promenade and pier, and the setting of atmospheric TV drama Hinterland.

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Comins Coch

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

26-05-2026

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