Care Worker

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Join our passionate team at M&D Care as a Care Assistant in our Supported Living services in Merthyr and make a real difference in the lives of vulnerable adults. As a Care Assistant, Worker, you’ll provide emotional and practical care in a residential setting. No experience is necessary as full training will be given, but having the right values is important to us.

M&D Care are an established family-oriented business, which is run by a passionate team of professionals who deliver specialist, complex and bespoke care services throughout Southwest Wales for people with Learning Disability, Physical Disability and Mental Health needs. We believe that everyone should be given the opportunity to succeed and to achieve their goals and aspirations in life however big or small these may be.

• Deliver high-quality, person-centred care to individuals with mental health needs and learning disabilities.
• Assist with daily living tasks including personal care, meal preparation, medication management, and shopping.
• Promote independence, dignity, and well-being through engaging and meaningful activities.
• Work autonomously while maintaining the safety and respect of those you support.
• Comply with regulatory standards set by Social Care Wales and Care Inspectorate Wales.

• Treat others with dignity and respect
• Work well as part of a team
• Strive for high-quality care and positive outcomes
• Willing to learn and grow professionally
• Take time to listen and understand individual needs

• A variety of contracted hours available
• Shift patterns vary and include weekends and night shifts on a rota basis
• No prior experience required – full training provided
• Opportunity to gain a QCF Level 2 in Health & Social Care after probation, with full support

• A genuine passion for providing excellent care
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team
• Must be aged 18 or over and drivers essential