Senior Support Worker Swansea

Orbis Education and Care; Swansea; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a compassionate and experienced Senior Support Worker to join their team in Swansea. You will support individuals with autism, ensuring their personalized care and emotional well-being. This role offers opportunities for career progression, a supportive environment, and a chance to truly make a difference in the lives of those you support. Join a workplace where your passion can lead to fulfillment and growth.

Benefits

Refer a friend scheme – earn up to £1000 per successful referral

Opportunities for career progression and qualifications

Health plan available after probation

Qualifications

• Experience in a support environment.
• Knowledge of statutory regulations.
• Understanding of safeguarding and health and safety risk assessments.

Responsibilities

• Provide personalized care to individuals in daily activities.
• Implement individualized care plans under guidance of the team.
• Promote independence, self-esteem, and confidence.

Skills

Compassion

Communication

Resilience

Flexibility

Basic IT skills

Education

QCF Level 3 qualification

Job description

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Senior Support Worker - Ty Seren

Hourly rate: £12.50 to £13.75

Full time - 40.25 hours per week - dependent on qualifications and experience

Are you looking for a new challenge and the opportunity for career development? We have an exciting opportunity in Swansea for an experienced Senior Support Worker to join our residential home in Ty Seren, Gowerton. You will support individuals with complex needs associated with autism, assisting in the day-to-day management of the home and helping to improve the lives of the individuals we support. You will play a vital role both in the home and the wider organization, acting as a positive role model to both staff and supported individuals.

Our passion is making a difference, and our focus is to strengthen interests and aspirations by offering a holistic, engaging, and person-centered environment. To excel in this role, you’ll need a passion for supporting individuals to live as fulfilled and independent lives as possible. Every day, you will make a difference in the lives of the people we support.

About Ty Seren:

At Ty Seren, we support adults with complex needs associated with autism. We embrace sector-leading practices and blend education, care, and therapeutic support to provide tailored placements for unique individuals.

There are plenty of opportunities for socializing with communal lounges, a large kitchen and dining area, and several acres of fields and woodland.

Responsibilities:

• Provide personalized care to each person in their daily activities, including personal care, learning, and social interactions.
• Foster a safe and positive environment, ensuring emotional and physical well-being.
• Implement individualized care plans under the guidance of a supportive senior team.
• Support individuals during recreational activities, outings, and community integration.
• Collaborate with the wider team to maintain accurate records and documentation.
• Promote independence, self-esteem, and confidence, celebrating achievements and milestones.

What we are looking for:

• A compassionate and caring nature with a genuine desire to make a positive impact.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build strong relationships.
• Resilience and patience to adapt to individual needs.
• A willingness to learn and follow team guidance.
• Basic IT skills for record keeping and communication.
• Flexibility to work shifts, including weekends and occasional nights.
• A driving license is advantageous but not essential.
• This role involves regulated activity with adults and requires an enhanced DBS with barred list check.

Requirements:

• Experience in a support environment.
• QCF Level 3 qualification.
• Knowledge of statutory regulations.
• Ability to lead by example and act as a positive role model.
• Understanding of safeguarding and health and safety risk assessments.

Benefits:

• Refer a friend scheme – earn up to £1000 per successful referral.
• Opportunities for career progression and qualifications – 97% of managers promoted internally.
• Health plan available after probation.

How to apply: