Extra Care Support Worker (6-month FTC)

Beacon Cymru Group Ltd; Wales; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A community support organization in Wales seeks an Extra Care Support Worker for a 6-month contract. The role involves assisting elderly residents in self-contained housing schemes, promoting independence and community engagement. Candidates should be adaptable and resilient to support various needs throughout each day.

Responsibilities

• Undertake a wide range of duties and tasks.
• Provide support in a flexible manner as needs arise.

Job description

Overview

Extra Care Support Worker (6-month FTC)

Ysbryd Y Mor - Port Talbot and Ty Twyn Teg - Bryncoch are purpose built self-contained housing schemes that enables people aged 55 and over to retain (or regain) independence, by having the freedom of living in the community, with added security and support as and when needed. Living in an extra care housing scheme means having your own self-contained apartment, your own front door as well as having access to a range of communal facilities, such as activity spaces, hair salon and dining room, promoting social engagement and tackling social isolation. Our support workers play an active part in supporting our residents lives in the scheme.

The post holder will be expected to undertake a wide range of duties and tasks. The nature of the role will mean that every day will present its own unique circumstances and, as such, the post holder will be expected to have a flexible and resilient manner.

Responsibilities

The responsibilities of the post holder are outlined in the job description.