Support Worker

Orbis Education & Care; Treorchy; Remote; GBP 19,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Refer a Friend Scheme

Health Plan

Fully funded training and quals

Blue Light Card discounts

Career progression from within

Job summary

Orbis Education and Care in Treorchy is seeking compassionate Support Workers to help adults with autism and complex needs live independent, fulfilling lives at home and in the community.

The role covers personal care, meal preparation, shopping, and accompanying individuals to activities, with a 40.25 hour week on day and waking night shifts; a full UK driving licence is essential.

Right to work in the UK is required and enhanced DBS checks apply. Training is provided to new staff.

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence required.
• Right to work in the UK.
• Experience in care, support work, healthcare, education, or customer-facing roles.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals with daily routines, personal care, meals, shopping and household tasks.
• Accompany individuals to community activities and appointments.
• Complete care records and reports accurately.

Job description

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

£13.45 - £13.75 per hour | Full Time | 40.25 Hours per Week

Are you looking for a rewarding role where no two days are the same? Do you enjoy helping people live independent, fulfilling lives while getting involved in activities such as football, community outings, and social events? If so, we'd love to hear from you.

At Orbis Education and Care, we're looking for caring, reliable, and enthusiastic Support Workers to join our dedicated team in Treorchy, supporting adults with autism and complex needs to live happy, active, and meaningful lives.

About the Role

As a Support Worker, you'll be supporting individuals both at home and in the community, helping them achieve their goals, develop independence, and enjoy the activities they love.

This is a varied and rewarding role where you'll build genuine relationships and make a positive difference every day.

What a Typical Day Could Look Like

Every individual we support is unique, but your role may include:

• Supporting individuals with their daily routines and personal care.
• Helping with meal preparation, shopping, and household tasks.
• Accompanying individuals to community activities and appointments.
• Supporting hobbies and interests such as playing football, going for walks, visiting local attractions, attending social events, and enjoying leisure activities.
• Encouraging independence, confidence, and life skills development.
• Providing emotional support and promoting wellbeing.
• Working alongside colleagues, families, and professionals to deliver person-centred support.
• Completing care records and reports accurately.

Shift Pattern

This is a full-time position working 40.25 hours per week on a rota basis, including a mixture of day and waking night shifts, weekends, and bank holidays.

Shifts are:

• Day Shift: 8:00am - 8:30pm
• Night Shift: 8:00pm - 8:30am

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys a varied work pattern and the flexibility of both days and nights.

Due to the needs of the individuals we support and the activities they enjoy accessing within the community, a full UK driving licence is essential for this role.

What We're Looking For

We're interested in hearing from people who are:

• Compassionate, caring, and genuinely passionate about supporting others.
• Positive, patient, and resilient.
• Great communicators who can build trust and meaningful relationships.
• Reliable and able to work as part of a team.
• Flexible to work a mixture of day and night shifts.
• Confident using basic IT systems for record keeping.
• Hold a full UK driving licence.

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.

Whether you have previous experience in care, support work, healthcare, education, or customer-facing roles, or you're looking for a new career with full training provided, we'd love to hear from you.

Why Join Orbis Education and Care?

As part of our team, you'll benefit from:

• Clear career progression opportunities with a company that promotes from within.
• Fully funded training and qualifications.
• Health Plan following successful completion of probation.
• Refer a Friend Scheme - earn up to £1,000 for successful permanent referrals.
• Blue Light Card discounts at thousands of retailers, restaurants, and attractions.
• The chance to make a genuine difference every single day.

Please note: This role involves regulated activity with adults and is subject to an Enhanced DBS check with Barred List check.

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

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

£13.45 - £13.75 per hour dependent on Experience and Qualifications (Plus £57 per sleep in)