(Ref: 296) Support Worker – Cardiff

Allscreens Nationwide Ltd; Llantrisant; On-site; GBP 9,000 - 12,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Above industry pay

Mileage allowance 45p per mile

Direct client work

Professional development

Induction and training

Job summary

Allscreens Nationwide Ltd in Llantrisant, Wales, is seeking a dedicated Support Worker for a young adult with cerebral palsy. The role covers 12 hours per week, with 6-hour day shifts on Wednesday and either Saturday or Sunday, after 10am.

Pay is £16.00 per hour and the post requires an Enhanced DBS check. You will support daily living, mobility and personal care, accompany therapy appointments, and be part of a small, loving team led by parents and a case manager.

Qualifications

• Have experience of working with young adults who have personal care needs.
• Have experience of working people with significant communication impairments.
• Be able to drive and have use of a car and be willing to drive my Motability van.
• Have the ability to work your hours flexibly.
• Be willing to register with Social Care Wales.

Responsibilities

• Support with daily living activities and personal care.
• Assist with mobility and rehabilitation exercises.
• Provide companionship and engage in activities (bowling, cinema, concerts).
• Transport to therapy appointments and drive Motability van.

Skills

Personal care experience

Communication impairment experience

Driving license

Job description

Hours per week: 12 hours weekly (to include 2 x 6 hr hour shifts)

Working Pattern: 6 hour shifts - Day Shifts

Wednesday & Saturday or Sunday (Flexibility essential)

Shift Patterns: variable but after 10am in the morning

Pay per hour: £16.00

Closing date: 18th August 2026 (Please note - we reserve the right to close the advert earlier if we receive a high volume of suitable applicants)

I am 23 years old and have complex health needs due to a diagnosis of cerebral palsy. I need 24/7 2:1 support in all areas of daily life and require lots of support on a daily basis with personal care, communication, mobility and with rehabilitation exercises. I am described by the people as having a great sense of humour and I really enjoy being around other people. By those who know me best I'm described as 'a bit cheeky, knowing my own mind, great fun and loving'.

I am looking for enthusiastic, fun, patient and reliable support worker to help me engage in the activities I love, including bowling, the cinema and music concerts. The ideal candidate will be comfortable working in a home with cats and should have a compassionate attitude toward animals. You would also need to take me to some therapy appointments. You will need to be calm and patient under pressure with the ability to work your hours flexibly and will be part of my amazing team which is led by my parents and case manager.

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

ESSENTIAL INFORMATION

To join me as a Support Worker it is essential you:

• Have experience of working with young adults who have personal care needs.
• Have experience of working people with significant communication impairments.
• Be able to drive and have use of a car and be willing to drive my Motability van.
• Have the ability to work your hours flexibly.
• Be willing to register with Social Care Wales.

Also, 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