M&D Care
Care Assistant £13.45 /Hr
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Care Assistant – Residential Service
Location: Llandysul, SA44 6HS (South West Wales)
A passionate team at M&D Care is seeking dedicated individuals to join our Residential Service in Plwmp as Care Assistants. You’ll provide compassionate, person-centred support to individuals with mental health needs and learning disabilities—making a vital difference in their lives.
About the Role
Employment Type: Part-time (22.5 hrs/week), Full-time (37.5 or 45 hrs/week). Base Rate: Up to £13.45/hour (with higher rates for QCF Level 2 qualified candidates). Training: Full training provided on the job. Location Note: Job location in South West Wales—ability to drive (preferred).
National Minimum Sponsorship: No visa sponsorship available for this role.
Key Responsibilities
As a Care Assistant, your core duties will include:
- Providing high-quality, person-centred care tailored to those with mental health conditions and learning disabilities.
- Assisting with daily living tasks, including:
- Personal hygiene and supportive care
- Meal preparation and dietary needs
- Medication management (with proper supervision)
- Shopping and errands
- Encouraging independence, dignity, and well-being through meaningful activities.
- Ensuring safeguarding and compliance with Social Care Wales and Care Inspectorate Wales standards.
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Core Values We Seek
The team values compassionate, person-centred individuals who:
- Treat others with dignity and respect at all times.
- Collaborate effectively in a multidisciplinary team.
- Strive for excellent care outcomes with a focus on individual well-being.
- Remain open to learning and professional development in social care.
- Empower service users to make their own choices and decisions.
- Are reliable, attentive, and proactive in their support.
Competencies & Experience
| Requirement | Notes |
|---|---|
| No prior experience needed | Training provided—versatility welcome. |
| Aged 18+ | Mandatory eligibility requirement. |
| Strong sense of empathy | Passionate about making a difference. |
| Team-player mentality | Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively. |
Career Growth: After probation, there is an opportunity to gain QCF Level 2 in Health & Social Care with our full support.
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Benefits
Competitive Rewards Package:
- £13.45/hour base rate (higher rates for experienced candidates).
- Double pay for key festive bank holidays.
- Early access to a portion of earnings upon request.
- Referral Bonus for recommending successful candidates.
- Fully funded DBS check (vetting). £200 registration fee* covered by the employer.
- 28 days’ holiday (including bank holidays).
- Performance/attendance bonus schemes (subject to service milestones).
- Yearly targets linked to financial recognition.
- Pension scheme ( penser) and benefits after 6-month service.
- Access to Simply Health employee wellness programme.
Weekly Hours Flexibility
- 22.5 hrs/week (part-time options)
- 37.5 hrs/week (standard full-time)
- 45 hrs/week (flexible full-time rotations)
Rota System: Includes evenings, nights, weekends, and early mornings access.
Key Legal Advisor for Posting (INDHP)
For further details on candidate care training, compliance, Social Care Wales, and workplace regulations, contact the team at M&D Care (references [real_type]).
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