Support Worker

Mirus Wales; Bridgend; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel allowance

Sleep-in pay

Training & progression

Annual leave 20 days

Cycle to work

Wellbeing hub

DBS paid

Job summary

Mirus Wales is recruiting a part-time Support Worker to join a small, home-based team in Pencoed. You will support people with learning disabilities, mental ill-health and autism to build relationships and participate in community life.

In this role you will drive to activities, assist with daily tasks, and work with professionals to provide person-centred support. The position is ideal for someone who values voice, choice and independence.

Qualifications

• Hold a full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Help people to do the things they enjoy and live good lives.
• Assist with household tasks, shopping, meals, personal care and routines.
• Encourage relationships with family, friends and the community.
• Work with social workers, nurses and occupational therapists to ensure quality support.
• Listen to the people you support and help them make choices.

Skills

Driving license

Job description

We have an excitingopportunity for a part time female Support Worker to join ourdedicated team in Pencoed working up to 20 hours per week. In this role, you will support people to build relationships, try new things, and feel part of their community – so that they can live good lives.

We are three ladies who live in Pencoed area in ashared house.We arelooking for asupportworker who can encourageusto do more - both inourhome andinourlocal community.

You will need to hold a full UK driving license for this role

Due to the nature of the services and the nature of the support provided, this opportunity is open to Females

About Mirus

For 40 years, we have provided support so people can do the things they love, achieve their goals, and live good lives - always with voice, choice, and control.

We support people with learning disabilities, mental ill-health, and autistic people. Our services are shaped by the people who use them – we listen to and value each person's unique voice and experiences, creating an environment where everyone feels heard and understood.

We know that people have better lives when they feel part of their community – and the community benefits too! That's why we work with others to build networks that encourage people to explore opportunities, discover new interests, develop relationships, and enhance their independence.

Everything we do is guided by our values:Together, Respectful, Responsible, Empowering, and Courageous.

What You'llDo

As a Support Worker, you will:

• Support people to do the things they enjoy, try new experiences, and live good lives.
• Assist with household tasks, shopping, meal preparation, personal care, and maintaining routines.
• Encourage and support people to strengthen relationships with family, friends, and their community.
• Work alongside professionals such as social workers, nurses, and occupational therapists to ensure people receive the best support.
• Listen to the people you support and support them to make choices about their lives.

Why Join Us?

We value our staff and offer:

• A fully funded and supported QCF Level 2 Health and Social Care qualification (if not already achieved).
• Paid work-related travel at 45p per mile between services.
• Extra pay for sleep-in and wake-in shifts – one of the highest rates in Wales.
• A full training programme with opportunities for development and career progression.
• 20 days' annual leave, plus bank holidays (Your annual holiday entitlement increases by 1 day a yearon the first full month after your 12 months serviceto maximum of 29).
• A Cycle to Work Scheme.
• A Wellbeing Hub to support your health and wellbeing.
• Registration with Social Care Wales and DBS check paid for by Mirus.