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Care Assistant in Swansea

Swansea
£13 – £27/hr
Posted 2 days ago
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☀️ Care Professional (Home Care) – Swansea 🏡

About Home Instead Swansea

Home Instead Swansea is a trusted local home care provider established in Swansea since 2009. We provide exceptional support to our clients while fostering a dedicated, fulfilled team—earning us multiple ‘5-Star Employer’ awards.

“I’ve never had such a more fulfilling job in my entire life. Plus, it allows me such a balance between work and my home life as I’m a single parent.” — Current Care Professional

“I have never worked in care before and realised being a Care Professional is one of the most rewarding jobs I’ve done. In only a short time, I’ve built lovely relationships where I look forward to returning—helping clients and having genuine chats.”


About the Role

Being a Carer with Home Instead Swansea is about being more than just a helper—you become a friendly face, trustworthy companion, and supportive advocate.

Your role will include light domestic assistance, medication reminders, personal care tasks, plus companionship and engagement for clients who need both independence and reassurance.

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Responsibilities

You’ll assist clients with:

  • Light housekeeping
  • Medication reminders
  • Personal care (washing, dressing, grooming, and changes for incontinence needs)
  • Shopping or errands
  • Friendly chats, memories, and emotional support

Requirements

  • Proof of right to work in the UK
  • Valid driving licence with access to a reliable car (essential for coverage)
  • Availability for morning/afternoon shifts (07:00–16:00) and evening shifts (16:00–22:00)
  • Required work hours: 10–20 hours per week (weekdays and weekends)

Note:

  • This role is subject to an Enhanced DBS check and two professional references.
  • No sponsorship or visa transfers available.

Employee Perks

Why choose us?

✔ Competitive pay:

  • £13.12/hour (weekday/weekend shifts)
  • £8.10 boost on bank holidays (extra £26.24/hour)
  • £12.71/hour paid travel time

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✔ Flexible benefits:

  • Mileage rate of £0.35 per mile
  • Paid training sessions and team meetings
  • £150 referral bonus (unlimited!)

✔ Work-life balance:

  • 5.6 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part-time)
  • 24/7 office support
  • Blue Light discounts

✔ Career growth:

  • Opportunities for progression and development

What Makes a Great Carer?

We look for people who can:

  • Show warmth, empathy, and genuine care
  • Be reliable, trusting, and independently minded
  • Make others feel safe, valued, and comfortable
  • Seek a meaningful but balanced work-life endeavour

No formal care experience required—previous roles in retail, hospitality, childcare, parenting, or customer service can be an asset. Your natural ability to connect sets clients up for great care!


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📞 Call: 01792 790890 🌐 Apply online: www.homeinstead.co.uk/recruitment/swansea/

Date advert expires: 31 August 2026

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Skills

Housekeeping
Medication Reminders
Personal Care
Companionship
Communication
Reliability
Independent Working
Empathy

Location

Swansea, Wales, United Kingdom

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