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Brook Street; Llanelli; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly PAYE pay

Holiday pay paid separately

Flexible shifts

Double pay on Bank Holidays

24/7 support from Brook Street Social…

Specialist Mental Health First Aiders

Online timesheets and payslips

Training certificates provided

Job summary

Brook Street Social Care is seeking Residential Support Workers to join our agency team, supporting adults across the region. Role involves emotional support, practical help, and personal care to enable independence and community involvement.

Requirements include a valid UK driving licence, access to your own vehicle, and UK work rights (no sponsorship). DBS/ref checks will be completed; training provided.

Qualifications

• Hold a valid UK driving licence.
• Have access to your own vehicle.
• Have at least 6 months' UK-based care/support experience within the last 12 months, OR 12 months' experience within the last 5 years.
• Have the right to work in the UK (no sponsorship available).
• Be willing to undergo DBS and reference checks.
• Be willing to undertake personal care where required.
• Be approachable, friendly, proactive, and engaging.
• Possess excellent communication, organisational, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide emotional support, practical assistance, and personal care as needed.
• Support daily living tasks and develop life skills for service users.
• Maintain and tidy service users' homes and assist with community engagement.
• Assist with appointments, shopping, and meal preparation.
• Encourage independence and build positive relationships with family and support networks.

Skills

Driving licence

Own vehicle

Care experience

DBS checks

Job description

Residential Support Worker (Drivers Required)

Pay Rate: £12.71 - £17.00 per hour (PAYE) Depending on client.

Holiday pay is paid separately and is NOT included in your hourly rate.

For example:

£12.71 per hour + holiday pay.

Please Note

We are unable to offer sponsorship for any agency or permanent positions. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.

About the Role

We are currently recruiting experienced and compassionate Residential Support Workers to join our agency team, supporting a variety of services across the region.

We work with a diverse range of clients, including:

• Adults with learning disabilities
• Individuals with physical disabilities
• Mental health services
• Homelessness and hostel services
• Elderly care settings

As a Residential Support Worker, you will play a vital role in helping individuals live fulfilling and independent lives. This may involve providing emotional support, practical assistance, and personal care, depending on the needs of the service.

A significant portion of our work is within supported living and residential services for adults with learning and physical disabilities. You will support individuals with daily living tasks, developing life skills, maintaining their homes, and engaging in their local communities.

You may also support service users with:

• Community activities and social outings
• Cinema trips and day excursions
• Shopping and meal preparation
• Medical appointments
• Building confidence and independence
• Developing positive relationships with family, friends, and support networks

As every service is different, responsibilities and training requirements may vary between placements.

To be considered for this role, you must:

• Hold a valid UK driving licence
• Have access to your own vehicle
• Have at least 6 months' UK-based care/support experience within the last 12 months, OR 12 months' experience within the last 5 years
• Have the right to work in the UK (no sponsorship available)
• Be willing to undergo DBS and reference checks
• Be willing to undertake personal care where required
• Be approachable, friendly, proactive, and engaging
• Possess excellent communication, organisational, and interpersonal skills

Benefits of Joining Brook Street Social Care

• Weekly PAYE pay
• No umbrella companies, hidden fees, or unnecessary deductions
• Holiday pay accrued separately and available to use throughout the year
• Flexible shifts based around your availability
• Double pay on Bank Holidays
• 24/7 support from the Brook Street Social Care team
• Access to specialist support through our Mental Health First Aiders
• Online timesheets and payslips
• Opportunities to gain experience across a variety of care and support settings
• Free mandatory training and refresher courses, including:
• Medication Administration
• And more
• No charge for training certificates