Support Worker

Dimensions; Tondu; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

30 days paid annual leave

Enhanced DBS paid for by us

Life Assurance and Company Pension

Industry leading training

Salary advance scheme

High Street Discounts

Job summary

Dimensions is seeking a dedicated Support Worker in Bridgend to assist four men aged 30s-50s with daily activities, social outings and meaningful interests. The role emphasises person-centred care, dignity and enabling independence, including personal care and medication support.

You will adapt to each person’s communication style and collaborate with colleagues to provide consistent, compassionate support across varied shifts.

Qualifications

• Previous care or support experience is essential.
• Experience supporting people with autism, learning disabilities, epilepsy and complex needs.
• Ability to tailor support to individual needs and maintain dignity.

Responsibilities

• Support four men aged 30s to 50s with activities and daily living.
• Provide personal care and medication support as required.
• Encourage participation in activities and adapt approach to communication styles.
• Work with PBS plans and maintain person-centred support.

Skills

Care experience

Communication skills

Support for complex needs

Tools

Manual driving licence

Job description

Support Worker Location: Bridgend Full time Driver Licence: Manual £14.66 About Dimensions At Dimensions, you’ll find more than a job

• You’ll find purpose, belonging, and the support to thrive.

Your voice matters, your wellbeing is prioritised, and your growth is celebrated.

Together, we make a real difference

• for the people we support and for you.

Thanks to our amazing teams, Dimensions Group has been accredited as a Great Place to Work for 2026

• our eighth consecutive year of recognition.

About the role

At Condors Rest, you’ll be supporting four remarkable men aged between their 30s and 50s, each with their own unique personalities, strengths, interests and goals.

This is a fantastic role for someone who enjoys being active and helping others make the most of life.

The gentlemen you’ll support love getting out and about, whether that’s long countryside walks, scenic drives, trips to the beach, bowling, farm visits, discos, summer balls and community events.

You’ll also support people to pursue their individual interests, including sports activities such as trampolining and Ninja Warrior, gaming, Harry Potter, puzzles, animal experiences and quality time with family and friends.

Some enjoy busy, social activities, while others prefer quieter days and having their own space, so you’ll need to be adaptable and able to tailor your support to each person.

We’re looking for someone with previous support or care experience who feels confident supporting people with autism, learning disabilities, epilepsy and complex needs.

This role is hands-on and includes full personal care, medication support and encouraging people to take part in activities they love.

You’ll be a clear communicator, able to provide consistent support, especially for individuals who communicate in different ways.

A full UK manual driving licence is essential, as the people we support have their own vehicles and love getting out into their local communities.

Shifts: Flexibility is essential, as you’ll work a variety of shifts, including weekends, sleep-ins, wake nights and the Christmas period. (8am - 3pm / 10am - 2pm / 3pm - 9pm / 3pm - 8pm and can vary in-between.

• No lone working.

About you You’re a compassionate, resilient and confident person who is passionate about making a difference.

With previous care or support experience, you’ll be comfortable supporting people with complex needs, autism, learning disabilities and epilepsy, always promoting dignity, independence and choice.

You’ll be an excellent communicator, able to adapt your approach to meet individual needs, including supporting people who communicate without words.

Patient, observant and calm under pressure, you’ll be skilled at building trusting relationships and responding positively to a variety of situations.

As a strong team player, you’ll work closely with colleagues to provide consistent, person-centred support while following PBS approaches and support plans.

You’ll also be comfortable providing personal care, medication support and encouraging people to achieve their goals and enjoy meaningful experiences.

Rewards that make a difference

A competitive payrate with uplift for overtime you chose to work - 30 days paid Annual Leave (including public holidays

Opportunities for career progression

We offer a salary advance scheme where you can access up to 50% of the money you’ve earned before payday.

High Street Discounts

Retail and Entertainment (supermarkets, hospitality, pubs, cinema etc.)

Life Assurance and Company Pension

Industry leading training

Enhanced DBS paid for by us

An enhanced DBS disclosure will be required for this role, the cost of which will be incurred by Dimensions.

We welcome applications from everyone who has the right to work in the UK, and value diversity in our workforce

As Disability Confident Leaders , we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy

Dimensions has been awarded this symbol by Jobcentre Plus to recognise our commitment towards the employment, retention, training and career development of disabled employees

As part of our commitment to making reasonable adjustments we can offer support to complete your application.

• We now have British Sign Language (BSL) translated videos for all of our recruitment communications.

Use of AI in the recruitment process: AI can help you research and refine your application, but everything you submit should reflect your genuine skills and experience.

Please ensure your application represents your own voice and abilities.

If you use assistive technology or require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, we are committed to supporting you where we can.

Please let us know in advance so we can ensure appropriate arrangements are in place

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