Wales & West Housing
Extra Care Assistant / Cynorthwyydd Gofal Ychwanegol
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The Opportunity
Do you enjoy helping others and want to make a difference in people’s daily lives? We have an exciting opportunity to join our friendly team as an Extra Care Catering Assistant/Cleaner at Llys Glan Yr Afon Extra Care Scheme in Newtown.
This dual-role opportunity gives you the chance to work as a Part-time Cleaner or Catering Assistant, depending on the needs of the scheme.
Whilst the position supports both areas, the 12 hours are allocated for the Cleaner role, with the opportunity to pick up Catering Assistant shifts to support any gaps that need to be filled due to annual leave or sickness cover.
What will you be doing?
Depending on which role you are working in, your duties will include:
As a Cleaner
- Carrying out routine cleaning of communal areas such as lounges, dining rooms, and bathrooms – there is no cleaning of resident’s rooms required for this role.
- Following cleaning schedules and infection control procedures.
- Ensuring a safe, tidy, and pleasant environment for residents and visitors.
As a Catering Assistant
- Serving residents meals
- Helping with setting up and clearing the dining area.
- Supporting residents with meal choices and ensuring a welcoming dining experience.
- Helping in the kitchen with small prep jobs such as peeling and chopping vegetables, and making sandwiches.
- Helping to keep the kitchen area and restaurant area clean and tidy
- Following food hygiene and safety standards.
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You will also follow key policies, report concerns promptly, and provide a welcoming, supportive presence for residents.
This is not a personal care role. You will not be expected to provide personal care or medical support to residents. Your focus will be on catering and cleaning tasks to maintain a safe and welcoming environment for our residents.
Who are we looking for?
We Are Looking For Someone Who Is
- Friendly, reliable, and approachable.
- Happy to work in a fast-paced environment
- Able to work well as part of a team but also confident working independently.
- Flexible and willing to support either catering or cleaning tasks.
- Comfortable interacting with residents in a positive and respectful way.
No previous experience is required, just a willingness to learn and a commitment to high standards.
What’s in it for you?
In Return For Your Commitment, You Will Enjoy
- £13.45 per hour.
- A supportive and welcoming team environment.
- Part-time hours with opportunities to pick up extra shifts.
- Daytime-only working hours (lunchtime service).
- Regular weekends off for a healthy work-life balance.
- Paid travel expenses where applicable.
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Who are Wales & West Housing Group (WWHG)?
We are one of the leading housing providers in Wales; providing affordable homes and services to more than 24,000 residents in over 12,500 properties across Wales. We formed a Group company in 2011, to include Cambria Maintenance Ltd. We employ over 450 staff at WWH and over 190 staff in Cambria, making us a major Welsh employer.
Want to find out more?
Why not arrange an informal conversation with Christopher Carton, Extra Care Manager
- Email: Christopher.Carton@wwha.co.uk
- Phone: 07479925107
Apply now
Applying is easy, just click the blue button below and upload your full CV.
If you require any more information about how to apply for this role, please speak to the Recruitment team at hr.recruitment@wwha.co.uk
Successful candidates will be required to undertake a DBS check due to the nature of the role.
Important Dates
- Closing date: Friday, 8th August 2026
- Assessment date: Thursday, 13th August 2026
Suitable Roles
Candidates searching for roles such as Catering Assistant, Kitchen Assistant, Food Service Assistant, Dining Assistant, Domestic Assistant, Cleaner, Housekeeping Assistant, Facilities Assistant, Communal Area Cleaner, or General Assistant (Care Setting) may find this opportunity a great fit.
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