Care Assistant - Days & Nights (36 Hours per week)

Positioned at the Gateway to Mid-Wales, the Rhallt provides exceptional person-centred care for General Nursing and Dementia Nursing to the population of Powys, Shropshire and Gwynedd. With easily accessible road links and a conveniently located Rail station nearby, the Rhallt is nestled in the most beautiful location adjacent to Offa’s Dyke Path, straddling the Montgomery Canal and the magnificent hills of the surrounding countryside.  

Our incredible staff provide unrivalled care 24 hours a day and our residents are established at the centre of everything we do. Renowned locally for its’ long serving staff, the Rhallt really does provide a home from home where you can rest assured, your loved one will be cherished and cared for by highly trained and experienced staff who really advocate for residents and support them to live their best lives. The Rhallt provides a values rich environment where the care is evidence based and delivered with dignity and respect. 

We are seeking to appoint kind, caring and compassionate Care Assistants to join our team. You will deliver quality of care to residents in line with agreed Care Plans. You will contribute to the efficient and effective running of the Care Home. We have part time and full time contracts available with an hourly rate of 12.60! Shift times are 0745-2000 or 1945-0800, with alternate weekend working.  

Role Responsibilities: 

• To deliver “hands on” care to residents in a person centred way.
• Support residents to enjoy a good quality of life.
• Model best practice when delivering care.
• Assist residents in all aspects of their physical, emotional and spiritual care needs in line with agreed care plans.
• Contribute to the daily records of residents. 
• Contribute to effective teamwork and undertake tasks delegated to you efficiently and effectively. 
• Take responsibility for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of adults that the post holder is responsible for or comes into contact with.

Skills and experience required: 

• Experience at Care Assistant level in a care environment is preferable
• Care certificate of equivalent or a willingness to achieve this in the first 12 months of
  employment
• Evidence of good care practice knowledge relating to the care of older people
• Demonstrate a sound knowledge of the 6 principles of care and how they underpin the
  delivery of care in a residential/Nursing setting.
• Demonstrate the ability to work in a team
• Demonstrate self-motivation and confidence

The Benefits  

Opportunities to progress through our career paths into more senior and management roles 

• Bank holiday and overtime enhancements 
• 5.6 weeks annual leave per annum
• Paid DBS 
• Uniform provided
• Paid training 
• Refer a friend referral scheme, for the following roles only – Registered Nurse, Team Leader / Senior Care Assistant and Care Assistant 
• Excellent induction programme for new starters 
• A rewarding career with lots of opportunities to progress within the company
• Ongoing support and training for nationally recognised qualifications 
• A competitive rate of pay 
• Cycle to work scheme

• Wellbeing programmes 
• Recognition awards – employee of the month and golden tickets
• Ongoing career development 
• Travel plan – walk or ride a bike and get a free meal that day 
• Christmas Bonuses
• Pension scheme
• Early Pay- access to your money as you earn (pay advance)

Who Are We?

  At Lovett Care, we’ve been delivering exceptional care since 2009, with homes across England and in Wales. With a solid reputation in the care industry, we take pride in creating a 'home from home' environment where residents can live life to the fullest, no matter their age or condition. Our values guide everything we do, and we believe our people are our greatest asset.

Our Mission and Vision:

  To be recognised as a passionate and committed provider offering quality person-centred care in a safe, comfortable ‘home from home’ environment. Our Vision is through the professionalism and collaboration of our team members, we achieve an excellent standard of person-centred care where everyone has the freedom of choice, privacy, dignity and is treated with the upmost respect.

This position is subject to a DBS check