Care Assistant – Brecon and Surrounding Areas
Join the team at Phoenix Homecare and Support and make a real difference in your community.
Phoenix Homecare and Support is a family-run company that is big enough to provide strong support to both clients and staff, yet small enough to truly care. Our goal is to help the people we support remain comfortable, independent, and safe in their own homes rather than moving into residential care or hospital.
We have a dedicated, friendly and caring team working across Brecon and the surrounding areas. Care is a truly rewarding career where every day you help improve someone’s quality of life. If you enjoy helping others and want to be part of a supportive team, we would love to hear from you.
What the Role Involves
No two days are the same when working in care. As a Care Assistant, you will support individuals in their own homes with a variety of tasks that help them maintain independence.
Your responsibilities may include:
- Supporting elderly clients with daily tasks in their own homes
- Preparing meals and drinks for those who need assistance
- Providing personal care such as helping someone shower, dress, and prepare for the day
- Light housekeeping including cleaning and laundry
- Assisting or reminding clients to take medication
- Helping clients stay independent in their homes
- Providing companionship and reducing loneliness through conversation and activities such as reading, knitting, gardening, board games or simply enjoying a cup of tea together
- Accompanying clients to appointments or assisting with shopping
Areas Covered
We currently provide care in:
Brecon and Talgarth.
Pay
We believe in being fully transparent about pay.
During probation
- £14.80 per hour – Weekdays
- £15.00 per hour – Weekends
After probation:
- £15.20 per hour – Weekdays
- £15.70 per hour – Weekends
Additional benefits include:
- Mileage paid on top of your hourly rate
- 5.6 weeks of holiday entitlement
Expected hours: 25–40 hours per week
Additional Benefits
- Free annual vehicle MOT at a specified garage
- Free uniform
- Flexible shift patterns to support work-life balance
- Access to Perks at Work with over 30,000 discounts on major brands
- Employee Assistance Programme offering 24/7 counselling, legal advice and wellbeing support
Training and Career Development
We believe in investing in our team and supporting career progression.
Training opportunities include:
- Free Health and Social Care QCF qualifications with enrolment within your first three months
- Level 2 and Level 3 qualifications with face-to-face assessments and in-house observations
- Opportunities to progress to Level 4 and Level 5 management qualifications
- Additional specialist training including Dementia Care, Palliative Care, Care Planning and First Aid
- Dedicated in-house training team providing one-to-one mentoring and support
New to Care?
No experience is necessary. We provide full induction training and shadowing to help you build the skills and confidence needed to succeed in a career in care.
Requirements
- Applicants must be aged 18 or over
- A caring, compassionate and reliable attitude
- Ability to travel between clients may be required
Interested in Applying?
Starting a new career can feel like a big step, and we are happy to answer any questions you may have about moving into care.
If you would like to learn more, please contact us on 01948 830605.
Join a team that helps people stay independent, comfortable, and supported in the place they call home.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent
Pay: £14.80-£15.70 per hour
Expected hours: 16 – 40 per week
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- Health & wellbeing programme
- On-site parking
- Referral programme
- Sick pay
- Store discount
Application question(s):
- Do you own or have access to a car you can use for work?
- Do you live within 20 miles of Brecon?
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (preferred)
Work Location: In person
