Care and Support Worker Level 3 x 2 – Hafan y Waun Residential Care Home

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.

Care and Support Worker Level 3 x 2 – Hafan y Waun Residential Care HomeHave you considered working in Adult Residential Care? We are looking to grow our team and we need you now!

Are you an experienced carer 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 Level 3 Care and Support Worker to join Hafan y Waun Residential Care Home, Aberystwyth on a permanent basis.

About the roleNo two days are the same in this varied and rewarding role. As a general guide, your day‐to‐day duties may include:

Ensuring that service delivery remains fully compliant with the Regulation and Inspection of Social Care (Wales) Act 2016 and associated regulations;

Be the responsible officer in the absence of the Manager/Deputy Manager;

Administering prescribed medication including controlled drugs to service user's and assist in the management of an effective system for the safe control and administration of medication in accordance with regional and internal policy and procedure;

Providing total care to clients according to daily routine as outlined in care plans;

Providing emotional support and reassurance to clients, particularly when they need to adjust to change and/or family crisis; escorting clients out of the establishment, e.g. Leisure trips; completing daily records; undertaking cleaning, laundry and dining room service.

Previous experience of working in a care home is essential along with kindness, patience, respect and resilience.

Our offer to you

Up to 34 days annual leave;

Health and wellbeing initiatives including free lifestyle and counselling support;

Enhanced maternity, adoption and paternity pay;

Access to the Vivup lifestyle discounts and savings scheme;

Learning and development opportunities to support career progression;

Salary sacrifice schemes including the Cycle to Work scheme.

For more information about our employee benefits please click here.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a caring and compassionate individual to join a friendly and dedicated team and make a real difference.

Submitting an applicationWe have made it easier for you to apply by simplifying our application form. Submitting an application has never been easier!

This role includes weekend working as part of a normal working week or rota. The successful candidate will be entitled to the following pay:

Note: 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, certain roles within our organisation require a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to assess the suitability of candidates. This role will require an Enhanced DBS check. Please note that 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 balance

Lifestyle savings scheme

Generous employer pension scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Learning and development

Where you'll workPorth Gofal – Targeted Intervention Services

We 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 Team

Integrated Assessment Team

Emergency Duty Team

Targeted and Short‐term Services

Direct Payments Support Service

Centre for Independent Living (CILC) Logistics and Operations Team

Targeted & Enablement Integrated Care

Technology Enabled Care & Sensory Services

Occupational Therapy

Direct Services

Day Care Services Team

Residential Care Teams

More information regarding our teams can be found here.

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Comins Coch

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

31-05-2026

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