Support Worker

M&D Care Limited; Aberdare; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Double time for key festive bank holidays

Early access to a proportion of monthly earnings

Refer a Friend Bonus Scheme

Free DBS check

Social Care Wales registration fee paid

Access to Simply Health after 6 months service

28 days holiday including bank holidays

Yearly performance and attendance related bonus schemes

Yearly MOT

Job summary

M&D Care Limited in Aberdare is seeking a dedicated Support Worker to join their newly opened specialist residential service. The role involves providing emotional and practical care to vulnerable adults, with full training offered to candidates.

Applicants should possess a genuine passion for high-quality care and the ability to drive is essential. A variety of contracted hours are available, providing opportunities for professional growth, including QCF qualifications.

Qualifications

• Passion for providing excellent care.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Must be aged 18 or over.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, person-centred care to individuals with mental health needs.
• Assist with daily living tasks including personal care and medication management.
• Promote independence and well-being through engaging activities.

Skills

Ability to listen and understand individual needs

Teamwork

Promoting independence and dignity

Ability to drive

Education

QCF Level 2 in Health & Social Care

Job description

Employment Type: Full-time 37.5 hours per week

Base Salary: Up to £14.42

Essentials: The ability to drive is essential for this post.

Qualifications: Full Training provided; Higher rate for QCF Level 2 qualified candidates

• Double time for key festive bank holidays
• Early access to a proportion of monthly earnings
• Refer a Friend Bonus Scheme
• Free DBS check
• Social Care Wales registration fee paid by M&D Care
• Access to Simply Health (after 6 months service)
• 28 days holiday including bank holidays
• Yearly performance and attendance related bonus schemes
• Yearly MOT
• Part-time and Full-time contracts available; 22.5, 37.5 and 45 hours per week

Full job description

Join our supportive and passionate team at M&D Care as a Support Worker in our newly opening specialist residential service in Hirwaunand make a real difference in the lives of vulnerable adults. As a Support Worker, you will provide emotional and practical care in a residential setting. No experience is necessary as full training will be given, but having the right values is important to us. [THIS ROLE WILL INCLUDE WORKING NIGHTS]. Joining our Specialist Services team means working with some of the most complex individuals we support. Previous experience in a similar setting and a proactive approach whilst following specific plans are highly valued. The ability to drive is essential for this post.

M&D Care are an established family-oriented business, which is run by a passionate team of professionals who deliver specialist, complex and bespoke care services throughout Southwest Wales for people with Learning Disability, Physical Disability and Mental Health needs. We believe that everyone should be given the opportunity to succeed and to achieve their goals and aspirations in life however big or small these may be.

Role and Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, person-centred care to individuals with mental health needs and learning disabilities.
• Assist with daily living tasks including personal care, meal preparation, medication management, and shopping.
• Promote independence, dignity, and well‑being through engaging and meaningful activities.
• Work autonomously while maintaining the safety and respect of those you support.
• Comply with regulatory standards set by Social Care Wales and Care Inspectorate Wales.
• Work flexibly on a rota basis, including early mornings, evenings, nights, and weekends.

What We’re Looking For

• Work well as part of a team
• Strive for high-quality care and positive outcomes
• Willing to learn and grow professionally
• Take time to listen and understand individual needs
• Support people’s right to make their own choices
• Be present, attentive, and ready to help when needed

Additional Information

• A variety of contracted hours available (22.5 to 45 hours per week)
• Shift patterns vary and include weekends and night shifts on a rota basis
• Opportunity to gain a QCF Level 2 in Health & Social Care after probation, with full support and progression to QCF Level 3 if desired.
• Previous experience for this role would be an advantage but not essential as full training will be given

Requirements

• A genuine passion for providing excellent care
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team
• Must be aged 18 or over