Support Worker

Allscreens Nationwide Ltd; Treharris; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Blue Light Card

Refer a Friend

Funded qualifications

Career progression

Health Plan

Training & support

Job summary

Orbis Education and Care’s Ty Banwen home in Wales is hiring caring, resilient individuals to support adults with trauma, mental health needs or learning disabilities. The role offers £13.45–£13.75 per hour, plus sleep-in payments, and requires a compassionate, reliable approach and a valid UK driving licence.

An Enhanced DBS check is required. You will help with personal care, activities, meal preparation, records, and daily living tasks, while promoting independence and dignity for those in

Qualifications

• Previous care experience is preferred but not essential.
• Enhanced DBS check is required.
• Must have a valid UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Meet individuals' physical, emotional, and social needs.
• Be a positive role model.
• Promote independence through activities and community-based opportunities.
• Collaborate to tailor support to individual needs and aspirations.
• Keep accurate records of activities, progress and incidents.
• Assist with housekeeping, meals and daily living tasks.
• Provide personal care with dignity and respect.

Skills

Compassion

Reliability

Communication

Can-do attitude

Flexibility

Driving licence

Job description

£13.45 - £13.75 per hour dependent on qualifications and experience, plus sleep-in payments

We're a leading organisation dedicated to providing exceptional care and support to adults who may have experienced trauma, face mental health challenges, have learning disabilities, or require additional support to live independent and fulfilling lives.

Discover the rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of the people we support. At our welcoming home, Ty Banwen, we're looking for individuals with a caring nature, resilience, and a genuine passion for helping others achieve their goals and maximise their independence.

If you possess a compassionate nature and find fulfilment in empowering others through support, encouragement, motivation, and person-centred care, then this role could be the perfect fit for you.

A Day in the Life of Working at Ty Banwen

• Ensuring individuals' physical, emotional, and social needs are met through a supportive and caring environment.
• Being a positive role model.
• Promoting independence by supporting a range of activities, hobbies, and community-based opportunities.
• Working collaboratively to ensure support is tailored to meet individual needs and aspirations.
• Keeping accurate records of activities, progress, and incidents where required.
• Supporting with general housekeeping duties, including meal preparation and daily living tasks.
• Providing personal care where required, ensuring dignity, respect, and wellbeing at all times.

You'll Need

• A can-do attitude and resilient nature.
• Previous care experience is preferred but not essential.
• A current valid UK driving licence.
• Compassion and empathy.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Flexibility around shift patterns, including sleep-ins and weekends.
• To be reliable, punctual, and trustworthy.

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

Here's a Glimpse into Some of the Amazing Benefits You Can Expect

• Eligibility for a Blue Light Card, offering discounts at a wide range of retailers.
• Refer a Friend Scheme - earn up to £1,000 per successful permanent referral.
• Clear career progression opportunities and valuable funded qualifications – 97% of our managers progressed internally.
• Health Plan – available after successful completion of probation.
• Ongoing training, development, and support throughout your career.

Priority Childcare is part of Orbis Education and Care. We pride ourselves on our diverse workforce and are committed to maintaining an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and able to bring their authentic selves to work without fear of discrimination.

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