Lead Family Support Worker - Residential Centre

WeCare; Porthcawl; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Night shift pay

Bonus scheme

Pension scheme

Life assurance

Annual leave 240 hours

Blue Light Card

Job summary

WeCare is seeking a Senior Family Support Worker for Ty Seren in Bridgend, South Wales. The role is full-time (40 hours) with a salary of £14.00–£14.50 per hour, including shifts across days, nights, and weekends.

The post offers enhanced DBS, pension, leave entitlements, and a range of allowances as part of a comprehensive benefits package. Ideal candidates will have 2+ years’ UK experience with vulnerable adults/children, a health & social care qualification in progress or completed, and the

Qualifications

• Must have at least 2 years’ experience working with vulnerable adults and/or children in the UK
• Willingness to lead a shift and manage daily operations
• Eligibility to work in the UK (no sponsorship)

Responsibilities

• Promote the service’s mission and comply with policies and safeguarding requirements
• Undertake fire safety and first aid duties on shift
• Support families with medication administration and health checks
• Lead and mentor junior staff during shifts and MDT meetings
• Ensure safeguarding concerns are reported and acted upon
• Manage records and participate in relevant meetings

Skills

Shift leadership

Vulnerable groups experience

UK work experience

Effective communication

Education

QCF Level 3 Diploma in Health & Social Care (Children & Young People)

City & Guilds Level 2/3 Health & Social Care (Adults & CYP)

Job description

WeCare is seeking a Senior Family Support Worker for Ty Seren in Bridgend, South Wales. The role is full-time (40 hours) with a salary of £14.00–£14.50 per hour, including shifts across days, nights, and weekends.

The post offers enhanced DBS, pension, leave entitlements, and a range of allowances as part of a comprehensive benefits package. Ideal candidates will have 2+ years’ UK experience with vulnerable adults/children, a health & social care qualification in progress or completed, and the