Support Worker

Orange Recruitment; Haverfordwest; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A support service provider in Haverfordwest is seeking a reliable Female Support Worker for a 14-year-old girl with complex needs. This permanent role involves providing assistance during social activities and personal care outside school hours. Applicants must have experience with children, a full UK driving licence, and the ability to work in a team. The role offers flexible hours, attractive pay rates, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Above-average pay

Mileage rate – 45p per mile

Ongoing support and supervision from a dedicated Case Manager

Great opportunity for professional development

Qualifications

• Have a full UK driving licence and access to a car.
• Experience working with children is essential.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure while providing support.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to a 14-year-old girl with complex needs.
• Assist with personal care tasks and engage in social activities.
• Accompany the client on day trips during school holidays.

Skills

Experience of working with children

Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team

Calm under pressure

Full UK driving licence

Ability to engage with clients

Job description

(REF: 261) Female Support Worker – Haverfordwest (Exemption is claimed under the Equality Act 2010 Part 1Schedule 9)

Contract: Permanent

Location: Haverfordwest

Hours per week: 25 Hours per week average

Working Pattern:

• To be discussed in interview -one shift every 4th day
• Termtime shifts 3pm to 9am / Weekends 8am to 8am (INC SLEEP IN SHIFT)
• Flexibility to provide additional support during school holidays

Pay:

• Weekday (6.30am to 10.30pm) = £15.59
• Bank Holidays (6.30am to 10.30pm) = £23.39 (1.5 rate)
• Sleep shifts (10.30Pm to 6.30am) = £12.21 (minimum wage)

Closing date: 16th February 2026 (Please note, we reserve the right to close the advert earlier if we receive a high volume of suitable applicants)

I’m a 14-year-old girl who sustained a brain injury at birth. I have complex needs, including cognitive difficulties, cerebralpalsy and autism. I am looking for an enthusiastic, fun, patient and reliable Support Worker to help me engage in the activities I love and to become more independent. You will need to be calm under pressure and be able to apply a consistent approach. I attend a special school but only require additional support outside of school hours, enabling me to take part in social activities. I require some assistance with personal care.

Everyone tells me I am very kind and caring, fun to be with and a little “sassy!”. I will always help you to help me, as I will tell you what I like, and I don’t like. Trying something new can make me a bit nervous, so I will need a bit of extra support on those occasions. I am currently thoroughly enjoying going to the local gym and attending other local activities.

During school holidays your hours are likely to increase to provide extra support at home and to accompany me on daytrips.

This role is subject to an Enhanced level DBS check. Full induction and training will be provided.

ESSENTIAL INFORMATION

• Have a full UK driving licence and have use of a car
• Have experience of working with children
• Enjoy working as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Be willing to register with Social Care Wales

Top Reasons to Apply

• Above the industry average for pay
• Mileage rate – 45p per mile
• Work directly for our client and not an agency (unlike most agency work you will spend quality time with your client which can make a real difference)
• Great opportunity for professional development
• Be part of an expert multi-disciplinary team
• Bespoke client induction and training
• Ongoing support and supervision from the dedicated Case Manager