Support Worker

Orbis Education & Care; Gowerton; Hybrid; GBP 19,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Blue Light Card

Refer a Friend Scheme

Career progression

Fully funded qualifications

Job summary

Priority Childcare in Gowerton is hiring a Support Worker to help adults with trauma, mental health challenges, or learning disabilities live independently. Roles include assisting with daily living, promoting independence, and recording progress in a compassionate, team-based setting.

The role requires flexibility for shifts including sleep-ins; a full UK driving licence is essential. Right to work in the UK is required; DBS checks apply.

Qualifications

• Previous care experience is helpful but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Support adults with physical, emotional, and social needs in a nurturing environment.
• Be a positive role model and promote confidence, wellbeing and independence.
• Encourage independent living skills through activities and community access.
• Work with a team to deliver person-centred care and support.
• Keep accurate records of progress, support provided, behaviours and incidents.
• Assist with daily living tasks including cooking and light household duties.

Skills

Communication

Compassion

Driver's license

Job description

£13.45 to £13.75 per hour (plus £57 per sleep in)

Support Worker – Adult Residential Support

Make a Real Difference. Build a Brighter Future.

Are you compassionate, patient, and driven by the desire to positively impact someone's life? At our warm and welcoming home in Gowerton, we're looking for individuals who want to make a meaningful difference every single day.

At Priority Childcare, we support adults who may have experienced trauma, live with mental health challenges, learning disabilities, or require additional support to live fulfilled and independent lives. Our goal is simple: to provide a safe, stable, and supportive environment where people can build confidence, develop skills, and thrive.

"I value working here because it's such a supportive and collaborative environment. Every team member is committed to delivering excellent care and support. The people we support make this role so rewarding. Seeing their progress and achievements gives real purpose to my work."

"I like living here because I can be myself. Staff support me through good days and difficult days, and they always encourage me to achieve my goals and try new things."

What You'll Be Doing

As a Support Worker, every day is different, but always meaningful. You'll be:

• Supporting adults with their physical, emotional, and social needs in a nurturing environment.
• Being a positive role model and promoting confidence, wellbeing, and independence.
• Encouraging independent living skills through social, recreational, educational, and community-based activities.
• Working as part of a strong and supportive team to deliver person-centred care and support.
• Keeping accurate records of progress, support provided, behaviours, and incidents.
• Assisting with daily living tasks, including cooking, household duties, and personal care where required.

Your support could have a lasting impact on someone's quality of life and future independence.

Who We're Looking For

We want someone who is:

• Positive, resilient, and ready for a challenge.
• Compassionate, empathetic, and genuinely committed to supporting others.
• A clear and confident communicator.
• Able to work flexible shifts, including weekends and sleep-ins.
• Reliable, punctual, and trustworthy.
• A driver with a full UK licence (essential for supporting individuals with appointments, activities, and community access).

Right to Work Requirement: Applicants must have the right to work in the UK and, where applicable, hold a visa with at least 18 months remaining at the time of application. We cannot accept applications from Student Visa holders or candidates requiring sponsorship or sponsorship transfers. Successful candidates with a time-limited right to work will be employed on a fixed-term contract ending on their visa expiry date.

Previous care experience is helpful, but not essential. If you have the right values, we'll provide all the training you need.

What We Offer

• Blue Light Card – discounts at thousands of UK retailers.
• Refer a Friend Scheme – earn up to £1,000 per successful referral.
• Clear career progression – 97% of our managers were promoted internally.
• Fully funded qualifications to support your development.

This is more than a job. It's the opportunity to make a meaningful difference while building a career you can be proud of.

We Celebrate Diversity

Priority Childcare, part of Orbis Education and Care, is proud of our diverse workforce. We're committed to creating an inclusive environment where every staff member can bring their true self to work without fear of discrimination.

Please note: This role involves working with vulnerable adults and is subject to an Enhanced DBS check.

We take data protection seriously. By applying, you confirm that you understand how your data will be used in line with our Applicant Privacy Notice:

£13.45 to £13.75 per hour (Dependent on Experience and Qualifications)

£13.45 to £13.75 per hour dependant on experience and qualifications