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*Domestic Assistant

Salary £12.71 per hour
Location Woodcroft Care Home
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This is a Permanent, Part Time vacancy that will close in {x} days at {xx:xx} BST.

Here for people. Here for communities. Here for you. 

What is the role? 

Make a real impact every day as a Domestic Assistant at Hafod. 

This role is a permanent part time role offering 15 hours per week across 3 days, please note we’re unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.  

We’re looking for kind, caring and reliable people to join our team. You’ll support people with daily living activities and personal care like washing, dressing, helping people use the bathroom as well as supporting with meals, wellbeing activities and routines.  

It’s hands on rewarding work where you can genuinely make a difference to the people you support, and no two days are ever the same. 

We put people first, offering great training, supportive teams and opportunities to grow your career in care. 

Some of our homes may have limited public transport links, and some shifts start early or finish late. You’ll therefore need reliable transport to and from work. 

What you’ll be doing 

  • Carry out general cleaning duties throughout the home. 
  • Safely handle and store cleaning materials in line with Control of Substances    Hazardous to Health (COSHH) procedures. 
  • Report faults or hazards.  
  • Maintain a safe, hygienic environment. 
  • Work as part of a team to support a welcoming environment. 

You can find the full job description attached for a more detailed overview of the role. 

What you’ll bring  

Reliable, hardworking and practical, with a strong commitment to cleanliness, safety and creating a welcoming environment for residents, visitors and colleagues.  

  • Reliable and practical approach. 
  • Good communication skills. 
  • Understanding of cleaning standards (or willingness to learn). 
  • Teamwork and independence. 
  • Commitment to quality service. 

Interested in applying?  

Submit your application online. 

We’ll review all applications and if you’re shortlisted, we’ll get in touch to arrange an interview at our Woodcroft care home. 

If you’re successful at the end of the recruitment process, we’ll offer you the role and begin your pre-employment checks. This includes confirming your right to work and completing an enhanced DBS check, which we’ll organise and pay for. 

If you’d like some tips or advice with the recruitment process, we’ve put together some helpful guidance, here. 

We may close this advert early if we receive a high number of applications, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. 

Support and adjustments  

We’re committed to ensuring a fair and inclusive recruitment process. If you need any reasonable adjustments or support at any stage, please let us know and we'll be happy to help. 

About the home 

Woodcroft Care Home provides accommodation for over 65s in Pontypool, Torfaen. We focus on giving a great quality of life to our residents, whatever their abilities and needs are. Our team of specially trained staff provide tailored care to all of our residents, including those who require EMI care and those with dementia.

You’ll find more information about our Woodcroft Care Home  here

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At Hafod, we’re a socially conscious, not for profit organisation providing housing, care and support across south Wales. Everything we do is guided by our mission, Get the basics right, connect with you, and invest for a better future. We work together to deliver services that make a real difference in our communities.

We’re committed to creating a culture where everyone feels they truly belong; not just included, but respected, valued, and safe to be themselves. When people feel they belong, they bring their best, and that benefits all of us.

Flexible working patterns

Employee discount scheme

Funded professional memberships

Medicash

Employee Assistance Programme

Paid DBS checks

We offer a wide range of perks and benefits, including ongoing training, career progression and wellbeing. Here’s some of the perks and benefits we offer:

Flexible working patterns

Employee discount scheme

Funded professional memberships

Employee Assistance Programme

Paid training courses and DBS checks

Medicash

Head to our website to explore more benefits for working at Hafod.

  • Shajitha
  • Home Manager



"I have been working at Hafod for 18 years, and my journey as a care home manager has been incredibly rewarding. Hafod’s commitment to compassionate, person-centred care and support for colleagues has allowed me to grow professionally while making a real difference to residents’ lives. Hafod truly feels like a people-first organisation where everyone’s voice matters."

  • Hazel
  • Unit Co-ordinator



"I enjoy working at Hafod and in my role because every day is different. This allows me to think outside the box, which keeps my role interesting and exciting, while also presenting new challenges. At Hafod, we strive to put residents first, providing an environment where they can be themselves and giving them a voice that matters, so they feel comfortable in their own home."

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