Female Support Worker

Walsingham Support; Neath; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading charity organization in Neath is looking for a Female Support Worker to make a real difference in the lives of adults with autism. This role requires kindness, patience, and a willingness to learn, with responsibilities including personal care and emotional support. The position offers excellent benefits including 28 days holiday, pension contributions, and opportunities for professional development. Join a dedicated team that prioritizes care over profit.

Benefits

28 days holiday (rising to 38 with service)

Double pay for bank holidays

Paid Enhanced DBS

Pension contributions and life assurance (3x salary)

Funded qualifications and apprenticeship opportunities

Employee Assistance Programme

Long service awards and a £250 recommend-a-friend bonus

£60 per night 'sleep in' bonus

Qualifications

• Kind and patient personality.
• Willingness to learn and grow in the role.

Responsibilities

• Support people with personal care, cooking, and household tasks.
• Provide companionship and emotional support.
• Help build independence and new skills.
• Engage with activities and community events.

Job description

FEMALE SUPPORT WORKER - JOIN A CHARITY THAT PUTS PEOPLE BEFORE PROFIT

£12.21 per hour plus excellent benefits package

Overview

This role is for anyone who wants to make a real difference, whatever your age, background, or gender (unless the role is gender specific). You don't need to have worked in care before if you're kind, patient, and willing to learn – we’ll support you every step of the way.

Join Walsingham Support, a national charity that doesn’t make money for shareholders – every penny goes back into supporting people and our incredible staff.

NB: THIS ROLE IS NOT ELIGIBLE FOR SKILLED WORKER VISA SPONSORSHIP UNDER CURRENT UK HOME OFFICE RULES, AS IT DOES NOT MEET THE REQUIRED SALARY OR SKILL LEVEL CRITERIA. CANDIDATES WHO ALREADY HAVE A VALID RIGHT TO WORK IN THE UK THROUGH OTHER IMMIGRATION ROUTES OR PERMISSIONS MUST MEET THE MINIMUM ELIGIBILITY OF HAVING AT LEAST TWO YEARS REMAINING ON YOUR CURRENT VISA.

What a Support Worker does

• Support people with personal care, cooking, and household tasks
• Provide companionship, encouragement, and emotional support
• Help people build independence, friendships, and new skills
• Join in with activities, hobbies, and community events

Benefits of being a Support Worker with Walsingham Support

• Favourable working hours, with part‑time and bank Support Worker roles available
• 28 days holiday (rising to 38 with service)
• Double pay for bank holidays
• Paid Enhanced DBS
• Pension contributions and life assurance (3x salary)
• Funded qualifications and apprenticeship opportunities
• Employee Assistance Programme and bereavement helpline
• Walsingham Rewards Scheme and Blue Light Card discounts
• Long service awards and a £250 recommend‑a‑friend bonus
• £60 per night “sleep in” bonus available in some locations

Why work with Walsingham Support?

Walsingham Support is a national charity dedicated to improving the lives of people with learning disabilities, autism, and complex needs. Since 1986, every Support Worker has played a vital role in enhancing the lives of those we care for.

Important Information

Our first step once you have applied is a brief values evaluation, followed by interview questions in advance to assess fit.

Your role will support an adult with autism in our Cefn Parc service. You will engage them in activities, hobbies, socialising, and community events. The service is located in a detached two‑floored house with a lounge, dining area, kitchen, conservatory, games room, and garden.