Abacare
Care Assistant
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Care Assistant – Full/Part Time (Flexible Shifts) | Merthyr Tydfil | £13.45 per hour (Mileage Paid)
Location: Merthyr Tydfil Pay: £13.45 per hour Mileage: Yes (local travel reimbursement) Shifts: Flexible – Full Time, Part Time, Evenings & Weekends Driver Required: Full UK driving licence & vehicle essential
About the Role
Do you have a naturally caring, compassionate heart? At Abacare, part of CCH Group, we’re looking for dedicated individuals like you to join our team in Merthyr Tydfil and make a real difference in people’s lives.
CCH is the UK’s leading care organisation, with 14,000 colleagues across 32 care companies. Our mission is simple: no one in need of care should ever be forgotten. We empower our care professionals with trust, training, and opportunities to grow—because every Operational Director at CCH began as a care professional.
Abacare embraces the core values of Community, Courage, and Heart. This is your chance to be part of a supportive, local team that truly cares—about people and each other.
What You’ll Do
Every day as a Care Assistant at Abacare is unique, but your impact is always life-changing. You’ll be at the heart of someone’s daily life, helping them feel valued, safe, and independent. Your responsibilities will include:
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- Supporting people to stay independent in their own homes
- Providing personal care with dignity, respect, and compassion
- Offering companionship, reassurance, and emotional support
- Assisting with medication, mobility, household tasks, and mealtimes
- Being a trusted member of a close-knit, local team who look out for one another
No previous experience? No problem. We provide full training and support to equip you with the skills you need.
What We’re Looking For
We don’t just want careers—we want people who genuinely care. You might not have care experience yet, but what truly matters is your:
- Inate kindness and empathy – your natural instinct to care for others
- Reliability and commitment – you’ll be part of a team that people depend on
- Eagerness to learn – we’ll invest in you with free training, paid inductions, and continuous development
- Full UK driving licence – access to your own vehicle is required for local travel
(Note: CCH does not currently offer visa sponsorship.)
Why Work With Abacare (CCH Group)?
We know a great job isn’t just about the hours—it’s about the people, flexibility, growth, and rewards. Here’s what makes Abacare the best place to start and grow in care:
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Support & Opportunities
✔ Free DBS check – We cover the full cost of your DBS application ✔ Guaranteed hours – Get the estimated hours you need ✔ Full training & paid induction – You’ll be fully prepared before stepping into work ✔ Flexibility – Work patterns tailored to your lifestyle (evenings & weekends available) ✔ Career progression – Clear paths into senior and leadership roles within the organisation
Rewards & Benefits
💙 Paid mileage – For every local journey you drive 🎁 Family-friendly benefits – Enhanced leave for important life moments ✈️ National opportunities – Relocate within CCH and keep advancing your career 🛡️ Perks & discounts – Blue Light Card, Refer a Friend scheme, and more
(Word of mouth is everything at CCH – 135 internal promotions happened in just 12 months because our people grow fast with us.)
Ready to Make a Difference?
Our application process is quick, simple, and flexible. Choose an interview time that works for you, and let’s start your journey today.
Join Abacare (CCH Group) in Merthyr Tydfil—be part of something meaningful, meaningful to both you and the people you support.
Apply today and take that step into a career that gives as much as it takes.
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