Health Care Assistant

Vetro Recruitment · Neath, Wales

Health Care Assistant at Vetro Recruitment, based in Neath, Wales, paying £14.24 per hour. This is a permanent role.

Salary
£14.24 per hour
Location
Neath, Wales
Contract
Permanent
Posted
4 days ago
Closes
23 Dec 2026
Sector
Care Assistant

16% below the typical rate for care assistant

Reference ade3ff4026c64f665d5fb3b63964e4df36d0714b

About the role

Job Title: Healthcare Assistant – Dementia & Elderly Care
Location: Neath, Wales, UK
Salary: £14.24- £27.36 per hour (DOE)

Job Description:
Are you a compassionate Healthcare Assistant looking to make a meaningful difference in the lives of elderly residents with dementia and other health conditions? We are seeking dedicated Healthcare Assistants to join a leading specialist provider in Neath. This role offers flexible shifts, including days, nights, and weekends, in various nursing and residential care settings committed to delivering the highest standards of care. If you have a passion for supporting vulnerable individuals and want to work in a rewarding environment, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Key Responsibilities:

Providing personal care and support to residents with dementia and other health conditions
Assisting with daily activities and implementing care plans
Using manual handling equipment safely and effectively
Offering companionship and emotional support to residents
Supporting the delivery of therapeutic and holistic care

Requirements:

Minimum of 6 months experience in healthcare or social care
Experience with manual handling equipment in a live environment (training provided)
A genuine desire to improve the quality of life for elderly residents
Right to work in the UK
Ability to work flexible shifts including weekends and nights

Join us as a Healthcare Assistant in Neath and enjoy:

Competitive hourly rates and weekly pay
Flexible working hours to suit your lifestyle
Support from a dedicated specialist consultant
Free online and subsidised practical training (TMVA, PMVA, PBM, PMH)
Access to our mobile booking app for shift management
Entry into our quarterly Golden Ticket draw to win £500
Holiday pay, pension contributions, and no payroll charges

If you are passionate about delivering holistic and therapeutic care to people with dementia and want to work for a reputable agency, we want to hear from you. Click 'APPLY' now and one of the Vetro Recruitment team will be in touch.

Vetro Recruitment acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Vetro is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merit alone.

Reference: ade3ff4026c64f665d5fb3b63964e4df36d0714b · Posted 4 days ago · Closes 23 Dec 2026 · Listed via Vetro Recruitment

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