Day Care Assistant (Full-Time) – Hawthorn Court Care Home
Location: Swansea
Pay: £12.60 per hour
Contract: Permanent, Full-Time
Hours: 42 hours per week
Shifts: 3x 07:30–19:30 shifts and one split shift (07:30–13:30 or 13:30–19:30)
Rota: Rolling rota including weekends and public holidays
Support with Purpose. Care that Counts.
Are you an experienced and dependable carer with a passion for supporting older adults? We’re looking for a full-time Day Care Assistant to join our committed team at Hawthorn Court Care Home, where every shift makes a meaningful impact.
About Hawthorn Court
Hawthorn Court is a well-established 22-bed residential care home just outside Swansea, offering person-centred support for older adults, including those with dementia and complex needs. Our care team is known for its warmth, strong work ethic, and collaborative spirit.
Your Role
As a Day Care Assistant, you’ll provide hands-on, compassionate care to residents throughout the day. You’ll be a vital part of ensuring comfort, dignity, and wellbeing.
Key Duties:
- Deliver personal care including washing, dressing, toileting, and mobility
- Support residents with mealtimes and daily routines
- Assist with medication administration
- Monitor and record wellbeing, promptly reporting any concerns
- Help maintain a safe, tidy, and supportive environment
- Offer emotional support and companionship throughout the day
What We’re Looking For
- ✔ Minimum 1 year of experience in a UK care home (essential)
- ✔ NVQ/QCF Level 2 in Health & Social Care (or willingness to work towards it)
- ✔ Medication trained – essential
- ✔ Confident supporting individuals with dementia or high dependency needs
- ✔ Calm, reliable, and proactive with excellent communication skills
- ✔ Able to work flexible shifts including weekends and bank holidays
Why Join Us?
- ✔ Stable 42-hour contract with a consistent rota
- ✔ Flexible mix of long and split shifts
- ✔ Supportive and friendly long-standing team
- ✔ Ongoing training and development opportunities
- ✔ A well-run, values-led home that puts people first
Apply Today
If you’re ready to bring kindness, energy, and reliability to a rewarding care role, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply now and become a valued part of the team at Hawthorn Court Care Home.
My Choice Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer. All roles are subject to enhanced DBS checks and satisfactory references.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £12.60 per hour
Expected hours: 42 per week
Benefits
- Company pension
- Health & wellbeing programme
- On-site parking
Schedule
- 12 hour shift
- Day shift
- Overtime
- Weekend availability
Application Questions
- Do you have a QCF/NVQ Level 2 or above in Health and Social Care?
- Are you medication administration trained?
- Do you currently require visa sponsorship to work in the UK?
- Do you have at least 6 months’ experience supporting residents/service users with dementia?
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: HCCA2
Application process
If you’re interested click on official website to apply
