Job Title: Senior Care Assistant—Living at Home
Location: Swansea and surrounding areas
Hourly Rate: £14.00 per hour

Job Type: Full-time

The Senior Care Assistant Role

We’re recruiting a Senior Care Assistant to join our team, supporting clients in their day-to-day lives—from personal care to social and recreational activities.

You’ll act as an expert on the health needs of our clients while being a friendly face they can trust.

The Senior Care Assistant will work closely with management, alongside other care staff, health professionals, and clients in their own homes.

As a Senior Care Assistant, you will promote all of Living at Home’s core values and beliefs in every aspect of your role—from working with our fantastic clients to mentoring new Care Professionals.

Additional Benefits:

• Additional On-Call pay
• Private Aviva healthcare insurance (family members can be added)
• Use of a company car
• Pension scheme
• Training opportunities
• Mileage reimbursement at 45p per mile

Requirements:

• Minimum 2 years in Health & Social Care
• Level 3 Health and Social Care qualification

This flexible role involves delivering hands-on care, mentoring team members, and ensuring the highest standards of support for our clients. If you’re dependable, adaptable, and ready to make a meaningful difference, we’d love to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide high-quality care to clients, promoting dignity and independence in their daily lives.
• Participate in the on-call rota, providing support via the on-call phone (6 a.m. to 11 p.m.) to address client or staff needs and ensure seamless operations outside of regular working hours when required.
• Assist in creating and updating care plans, ensuring they meet each client’s specific needs.
• Conduct spot checks and mentorship sessions to support the development of team members.
• Respond promptly to any operational or care needs, including covering shifts and addressing emergencies.
• Support compliance with CIW regulatory standards, fostering a culture of excellence in care delivery.
• Build strong relationships with clients and families, acting as a point of contact for concerns or questions.
• Work on client runs starting at approximately 7 a.m.–2 p.m. and 4 p.m.–10 p.m.

Key Requirements:

• Level 3 Health and Social Care qualification (required).
• Minimum two years’ experience in a health and social care setting.
• A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle (required).
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and step in at short notice when required.

What We Offer:

• Competitive Hourly Rate: £14.00 per hour
• Mileage reimbursement at 45p per mile
• Private healthcare and additional benefits
• Use of a company car
• Additional pay for On-Call duties
• Full training and ongoing professional development
• The opportunity to work with a dedicated, passionate team that values high-quality care

Additional Benefits:

• Private Aviva healthcare insurance (family members can be added)
• £250 Welcome Bonus upon completing a 12-week probation
• £250 Refer-a-Friend Bonus
• Pension scheme
• Paid travel time
• Paid SCW registration
• Uplifted pay on bank holidays
• Fortnightly pay
• Holiday pay
• Cycle-to-Work scheme
• City & Guilds (NVQ) accredited training provided
• Private business—minimum one-hour calls for quality care
• No council contracts—plenty of time with clients
• Full training and mentoring programme
• Real career progression opportunities
• Free registration for a Blue Light Card

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Living at Home Company Culture:

At Living at Home, we are committed to delivering compassionate, client-focused care. We value flexibility, dedication, and the ability to adapt to the fast-paced environment of the care sector.

This role is ideal for someone with experience as a Care Assistant or Support Worker who is ready to take the next step in their career.