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Care Assistant

Bira Care Homes

Cefn LodgeFull time · 33£13.45 per hour

About the role

About the role

You'll provide high-quality, person-centred care and support in line with individual care plans, regulatory requirements and Bira Care Homes' values — promoting wellbeing, independence and joy, every shift, every day.

What you'll do

  • Deliver high-quality care that respects the dignity and individuality of residents.
  • Support daily living needs including personal hygiene, mobility and meals, promoting independence and emotional wellbeing.
  • Follow CIW/CQC standards and RISCA/HSE regulations, and maintain accurate care documentation.
  • Adhere to infection control, safeguarding and medication procedures.
  • Work collaboratively with colleagues, families and professionals, reporting changes or concerns promptly to the senior team.
  • Take part in team meetings and effective handovers.
  • Keep the environment safe and clean, reporting hazards, accidents or near misses, and use equipment safely and in line with training.
  • Complete mandatory training and take part in supervisions, appraisals and reflective practice.

What you'll need

  • A compassionate, reliable and person-centred approach
  • Ability to follow instructions and work as part of a team
  • Good communication and basic IT/documentation skills
  • Enhanced DBS check and the right to work in the UK
  • Social Care Wales registration (for roles in Wales) or completion of the Care Certificate (for roles in England, if not already achieved)

Desirable

  • Level 2/3 Diploma in Health & Social Care
  • Previous experience in a care home or similar setting

Why Bira

  • Make a meaningful difference in the lives of the people we support, every day.
  • Champion dignity, compassion and choice in every interaction.
  • Join a culture where care is not just delivered — it's felt.

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