Support Worker

Mirus Wales; Swansea; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

QCF Level 2 Health & Social Care

Paid travel 45p per mile

Sleep-in/wake-in enhancements

Training program and career growth

Cycle to Work Scheme

Wellbeing Hub

DBS check paid by employer

23-29 days holiday pro rata

Job summary

Mirus Wales in Swansea is seeking a dedicated Support Worker to help people build relationships, try new things, and feel part of their community so they can live good lives.

You will support individuals with daily activities, personal care, and community engagement, working alongside professionals to ensure the best care. A full UK driving licence is required and training opportunities are provided.

Qualifications

• Hold a full UK driving licence.
• Commitment to person-centred care and safeguarding.
• Willingness to learn and develop within a supportive team.

Responsibilities

• Support people to do the things they enjoy and live good lives.
• Assist with household tasks, shopping, meal prep, personal care.
• Encourage relationships with family, friends, and community.
• Collaborate with social workers, nurses, and occupational therapists to ensure quality support.
• Listen to and support individuals in making choices about their lives.

Skills

Driving licence

Job description

We have an excitingopportunity for asupport workerto join our dedicated team in Swansea. In this role, you willsupport people to build relationships, try new things, and feel part of their community – so that they can live good lives.

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

About our home

We are a 4-bedroom supported living home currently supporting 2 individualswithAutism andLearning difficulties, we work in aPerson-centredway to create a homely environment where people canbe independent and live in an environment tailored to suit their needs. ThisRoleentails supportingwithdomesticduties,MedicationadministrationandPersonal carealong withactivelysupportingIndividuals in their homeand out in thecommunity.

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'll Do

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.
• 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.
• The holiday entitlement is 20 days (pro rata). In addition to this you will receive 8 bank/public holidays within the entitlement year running from April- March.
• The annual holiday entitlement increases by 1 day a yearon the first full month after your 12 months serviceto maximum of 29.

If you want to make a difference and helppeople live good lives, we'd love to hear from you.