Closing date: 27/07/2026
Reference: REQ106775
Casual
25,583 - 25,989 *
Penmorfa, Aberaeron
- All salary values are pro-rata.
About the role
We are looking to recruit two Relief Facility Assistants to join the current facilities team, working across Ceredigion County Council’s Direct Services residential care homes. These posts will provide additional flexible capacity to support the service during periods of sickness, annual leave, training and short-term operational pressures.
You will help ensure that the homes remain safe, clean and well maintained for residents, staff and visitors. Duties will include routine maintenance, environmental checks, health and safety tasks, fire and equipment checks, and other practical duties to support the day-to-day operation of the homes.
We are looking for reliable, flexible and practical individuals with good communication skills, the ability to work on their own initiative and as part of a team, and a commitment to maintaining a high-quality environment. Previous experience in a similar practical role, a full and valid UK driving licence, and access to a vehicle or transport for business travel are essential.
This role requires an enhanced DBS check. Welsh language skills are desirable, and the successful candidate will be expected to develop the required Welsh language levels within two years of appointment.
Job Description and Person Specification
Team Ceredigion Information Pack
Should you wish require any further information about this role, please contact Chloe Williams-Lawless –
[email protected]
Note: We reserve the right to extend the application closing date.
We are committed to safeguarding and protecting children and adults at risk. As part of this commitment, certain roles within our organisation require a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to assess the suitability of candidates. This role will require an Enhanced DBS check. Please note that the presence of previous convictions will not necessarily disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. We assess each applicant on a case-by-case basis, and take into account the nature and relevance of any convictions in relation to the responsibilities of the role. Our goal is to create an inclusive and supportive work environment where all individuals are treated fairly and with respect. If you have any concerns or questions regarding this process, please feel free to contact us for clarification. Your privacy and dignity are of utmost importance to us throughout the recruitment process.
What we offer
Work-life balance
Lifestyle savings scheme
Generous employer pension scheme
Cycle to work scheme
Learning and development
Where you'll work
Porth Gofal – Targeted Intervention Services
We are at the core of Ceredigion’s through-age social care provision and we focus on ensuring that each individual receives the intervention that is best placed to meet their needs or, where necessary, guide them to early help or specialist services. Our functions include:
Integrated Triage and Assessment Services
Intake and Integrated Operations Team
Integrated Assessment Team
Emergency Duty Team
Targeted and Short‑term Services
Direct Payments Support Service
Centre for Independent Living (CILC) Logistics and Operations Team
Targeted & Enablement Integrated Care
Technology Enabled Care & Sensory Services
Occupational Therapy
Direct Services
Day Care Services Team
Residential Care Teams
More information regarding our teams can be found here .
Penmorfa
Penmorfa is our most central office, it is where our Chief Executive and Councillors are based.
Aberaeron
Aberaeron is a picture perfect harbour town and is one of Ceredigion's best loved holiday destinations with fashionable places to stay and eat.
