Senior Care Assistant Job at Sage Care Limited (Carmarthen)

Job Description

Every day as a Senior Care Assistant is different, but your impact is always the same - life-changing.

Support prompt, safe hospital discharges back home (within 24 hours of referral)
Empower clients to regain independence, confidence and skills through positive, safe risk-taking
Build trusting relationships and provide emotional encouragement every day
Adapt home environments to reduce risks and suit individual needs
Help clients achieve goals set by social workers with minimal ongoing support
Establish motivating daily routines that promote great self-care
Assess capabilities (physical & cognitive) over 14 days, gather evidence, and plan the right-sized care package
Refer clients to supportive tech (e.g. reminder clocks, medication dispensers, door sensors, GPS watches)
Work closely with families to create person-centred care plans that everyone loves
Attend multi-agency meetings, provide progress updates, and collaborate to increase independence
Write tailored care plans, complete risk assessments, and deliver thorough handovers to long-term teams
Connect clients with community groups and services to boost social skills and integration
Take charge of your own professional development – source relevant training and keep skills refreshed

Proven experience in domiciliary/home care (essential)
A genuine person-centred approach – always putting the individual first
Strong communication skills – excellent verbal, non-verbal, and warm demeanour to connect with clients, families, and teams
Compassion, empathy, and a real passion for supporting others
Proactive mindset with creative initiative and the ability to think outside the box
Solid problem-solving skills and a holistic view of care needs
Knowledge of positive risk-taking and how it safely promotes independence and confidence
Clear understanding of the care sector, including promoting independence and managing logistics in home settings
Great team player – building positive relationships with clients, keyworkers, families, and colleagues
Flexible, reliable, and punctual – able to adapt to changing needs and keep things on track
Full UK licence and access to your own vehicle (Driver Required)