Support Worker

Walsingham Support; Pengam; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A national charity in the UK is looking for Support Workers to help adults with learning disabilities live fulfilling lives. The role requires kindness, patience, and a willingness to learn. Responsibilities include providing personal care, emotional support, and helping individuals build independence. The position offers £13.10 per hour, a great benefits package, and is suitable for anyone looking for a meaningful job. No prior experience is required, as full training will be provided.

Benefits

28 days holiday

Double pay for bank holidays

Paid Enhanced DBS

Pension contributions and life assurance

Funded qualifications

Employee Assistance Programme

Long service awards

Qualifications

• No prior experience required, but kindness and willingness to learn are essential.
• Candidates should enjoy helping others and have a positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Support people with personal care, cooking, and household tasks.
• Provide companionship, encouragement, and emotional support.
• Help people build independence and new skills.
• Join in activities and community events.

Skills

Kindness

Patience

Listening

Job description

Overview

SUPPORT WORKER - JOIN A CHARITY THAT PUTS PEOPLE BEFORE PROFIT

£13.10 per hour plus excellent benefits package

Join Walsingham Support, a national charity that doesn't make money for shareholders; every penny goes back into supporting people and our incredible staff.

As a Support Worker, you'll help amazing adults with learning disabilities live life their way.

NB: THIS ROLE IS NOT ELIGIBLE FOR SKILLED WORKER VISA SPONSORSHIP UNDER CURRENT UK HOME OFFICE RULES, AS IT DOES NOT MEET THE REQUIRED SALARY OR SKILL LEVEL CRITERIA.

What the role suits

This role is for anyone who wants to make a real difference, whatever your age, background, or gender (unless the role is gender specific). You don't need to have worked in care before if you're kind, patient, and willing to learn; we\'ll support you every step of the way. It could suit someone who has helped others in customer service, childcare, hospitality, teaching, or volunteering, or someone simply looking for a more meaningful job. If you enjoy listening, lending a hand, and helping others live life to the fullest, you\'ll fit right in here.

Who can apply

WHILST WE ENCOURAGE APPLICATIONS TO OTHER ROLES, CANDIDATES WHO ALREADY HAVE A VALID RIGHT TO WORK IN THE UK THROUGH OTHER IMMIGRATION ROUTES OR PERMISSIONS MUST MEET THE MINIMUM ELIGIBILITY OF Having at least two years remaining on your current visa.

What a Support Worker does

• Support people with personal care, cooking, and household tasks
• Provide companionship, encouragement, and emotional support
• Help people build independence, friendships, and new skills
• Join in with activities, hobbies, and community events

Training and development

No experience? No problem – we\'ll give you all the training and support you need to grow. We provide all the training you\'ll need, along with ongoing support to help you build a career in care.

Benefits of being a Support Worker

• Favourable working hours, with part-time and bank Support Worker roles available
• 28 days holiday (rising to 38 with service)
• Double pay for bank holidays
• Paid Enhanced DBS
• Pension contributions and life assurance (3x salary)
• Funded qualifications and apprenticeship opportunities
• Employee Assistance Programme and bereavement helpline
• Walsingham Rewards Scheme and Blue Light Card discounts
• Long service awards and a £250 recommend-a-friend bonus
• £60 per night "sleep in" bonus available in some locations

What a Support Worker does (additional)

• Support people with personal care, cooking, and household tasks
• Provide companionship, encouragement, and emotional support
• Help people build independence, friendships, and new skills
• Join in with activities, hobbies, and community events

Why work with Walsingham Support

Walsingham Support is a national charity, not a business. We don\'t make money for shareholders; everything we do is reinvested into supporting the people we care for and the staff who make it happen. Since 1986, our Support Workers have played a vital role in enhancing the lives of people with learning disabilities, autism, and complex needs. We are committed to putting people first.

Recruitment and accessibility

WE BELIEVE IN AN ACCESSIBLE AND FAIR RECRUITMENT PROCESS. You\'ll receive interview questions in advance so you feel confident and ready to shine. If you\'re ready to join as a Support Worker with Walsingham and want a role that\'s rewarding, varied, and truly meaningful, apply today.

Important information

Our first step after you apply is a brief values evaluation to highlight the qualities that matter in our work and help both of us see whether the role is a good fit.

Organisation context

Walsingham Support has been operating across England and Wales since 1986. We enhance the lives of people with learning disabilities, autism, brain injuries and other complex needs. We pride ourselves on putting the people we support at the centre of everything we do by delivering specifically tailored support for every individual.

Our staff teams are the linchpin of our organisation. We are committed to an equal and diverse society where people with disabilities are citizens in their own right. We support them so they can reach their own potential. By working with Walsingham Support, you\'ll be supporting disabled people to live their lives to the full.

Vision, Mission, Values

OUR VISION: Walsingham Support will grow to become a leader in the social care sector and meet evolving needs. We will reinforce the voices of all those with learning disabilities, autistic people and other complex needs to influence sector-wide change.

OUR MISSION: We see the person not the limitations. We work alongside adults with complex needs to fulfil their life aspirations. We employ and develop exceptional people. We are agile and continuously learning as we respond to evolving needs.

OUR VALUES: PEOPLE FOCUSED, ONE TEAM, SAY IT AS IT IS, AMBITIOUS.