M&D Care
Care Assistant

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Care Assistant- Non-Specialist Services
Location: Pontardawe, SA8 3DX
Salary: Up to £13.45 per hour
Contract: Full-time and part-time available
Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Weekends and Nights
Looking for a career where you can genuinely change lives?
At M&D Care, we are looking for compassionate and motivated Support Workers to join our family oriented organisation, and join Residential Services across South Wales. You will support adults with learning disabilities, autism and additional support needs to live fulfilling, independent lives within a supportive residential home environment.
This is not just a care job. It is an opportunity to build meaningful relationships, encourage independence, celebrate achievements, and help people live the life they choose. Whether you are supporting someone to learn a new skill, access their local community, enjoy their favourite activities, or achieve a personal goal, you will play an important role in making everyday count.
Whether you already work in care, retail, hospitality, customer service or another people-focused role, we would love to hear from you. We recruit based on values, attitude, and potential. We can teach the rest.
What Makes This Role Rewarding?
Every achievement matters. Whether it is supporting someone to gain confidence using public transport, learn a new life skill, reconnect with family, or simply enjoy a great day out, you will help those in our care to achieve outcomes that genuinely improve their quality of life.
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Why Join M&D Care?
We invest in our people and offer:
- Competitive rates of pay
- Paid induction and comprehensive training
- Fully funded qualifications- QCF Level 2 and above
- Ongoing learning and development opportunities and career progression pathways
- Simply Health benefit after probation
- Blue Light Card discounts
- Refer a Friend Scheme - £500 per referral
- Employee recognition awards and yearly employee bonus
- Pension scheme
- Free MOT
- Social Care Wales registration cost and DBS checks paid for
What You will Be Doing
Every day is different, but your role may include:
- Supporting people with everyday living activities
- Promoting independence and life skills
- Encouraging participation in hobbies and interests
- Supporting access to community activities and activities in the home
- Providing emotional support and encouragement
- Assisting with personal care where required
- Supporting with medication administration
- Maintaining accurate records
- Working closely with families and healthcare professionals
Who Will You Be Supporting?
You will be supporting adults who need support to carry out their daily activities. Our homes provide a safe, welcoming, and supportive environment where individuals are encouraged to develop their independence, make their own choices and achieve goals that are important to them. No two people are the same, and that is what makes this role so rewarding.


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We Are Looking for Candidates Who Are:
- Caring and compassionate
- Positive and encouraging
- Reliable and committed
- Patient and understanding
- Good communicators who are passionate about supporting those in our care to reach their full potential.
Essential
- Full UK Driving Licence
- Ability to work flexibly across a rota, including weekends and sleep-ins.
- Right to work in the UK
Desirable - not essential
- Previous experience working within care or support services.
- QCF Level 2 or 3 Health & Social Care qualification
- Experience supporting adults with learning disabilities or autism.
You do not need previous care experience to join our team. We are looking for caring, motivated individuals with the right values and a genuine desire to make a difference. Through our comprehensive training and ongoing support, we will help you develop the skills and confidence needed to thrive in the role.
Build a Career, Not Just a Job
Many of our managers started their careers as Support Workers.
Whether your ambition is to become a Senior Support Worker, Team Leader, Deputy Manager or Registered Manager, we will provide the training, guidance, and opportunities to help you achieve your goals.
Apply today and start your journey with M&D Care.
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