Support Worker

Sense; Van; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A values-based organisation is seeking Support Workers to join their Day Centre Team in Caerphilly. This role involves assisting individuals with sensory and complex disabilities in daily tasks, providing personal care and medication support. The position offers flexible working hours ranging from 16 to 30 hours weekly at a competitive hourly rate starting from £12.50. Full training will be provided, making it suitable for candidates without prior experience.

Benefits

24 days of annual leave

Matched pension contributions up to 5%

Free life assurance policy

Cashback and discounts on high-street brands

Cycle to work scheme

Enhanced sick pay

Free access to training courses

Qualifications

• No previous experience necessary; full training is provided.
• A full UK driving licence and use of your own car is essential.
• Desirable to have Caring/Support Work experience.

Responsibilities

• Support people with everyday tasks like cooking and cleaning.
• Assist with personal care and hygiene.
• Help with medication and wellbeing.

Skills

Positive attitude

Caring and patient

Good communication

Flexible with shifts

Knowledge of multi-sensory impairments

Job description

Overview

Looking for a new challenge? As a values‑based organisation we are looking for people who share our values. Work with Sense and make a real difference to the lives of the people we support and their families.

You don’t need any previous experience to become a Support Worker with Sense. We’ll give you full training for our part‑time and full‑time roles.

You will join our amazing Day Centre Team at our fully accessible Sense Hub which has been at the heart of Caerphilly since 2015 providing support to individuals with sensory and complex disabilities.

Our day service provides a huge range of activities at the Hub and out in the Community with a focus on helping individuals build new skills, confidence and communication. We have fun creating art, music, cooking and pamper sessions.

We have permanent contracts available working 16 to 30 hours per week. Hours are negotiable to suit your needs. The Hub is open Monday to Saturday 9am‑4pm.

We’re offering an hourly rate from £12.50 with enhanced rates for overtime and annual pay reviews/rises.

A full UK driving licence and use of your own car is essential for this role.

What we’re looking for

• Positive, with a can‑do attitude.
• Caring, patient and empathetic.
• Good communicators and listeners.
• Flexible with shifts essential.
• Have Caring/Support Work experience desirable.
• Have Right to work in the UK.
• Knowledge of multi‑sensory impairments/learning difficulties is beneficial.
• Passionate about enhancing other people’s lives.
• Willing to attend training as needed to support you in your role.
• No two days will be the same.

Role responsibilities

• Support people with everyday tasks like cooking and cleaning.
• Personal care and hygiene.
• Finances.
• Medication and wellbeing.
• Going into the community for shopping, to restaurants or other trips.
• Their social life and nightlife.

Why work for Sense?

We believe that every disabled person should have the opportunity to connect with others and be included in the world. We use our knowledge and expertise to deliver personalised, creative and flexible support at every stage of life. Sense is proud to be a Disability Confident Leader.

Working at Sense can be incredibly rewarding; we offer the opportunity to work in a large, diverse and successful charity where people can develop their skills, knowledge and careers in a supportive and flexible environment. In addition, we have excellent training and development, the opportunity for you to join our Group Personal Pension scheme and a generous annual leave entitlement.

Benefits

• 24 days of annual leave.
• Matched pension contributions up to 5%.
• Free life assurance policy.
• Cashback and discounts on high‑street brands (and 10% off at Sense charity shops!).
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Travel season ticket loans.
• Enhanced sick pay.
• Free DBS check if your role needs one.
• A £350 refer‑a‑friend scheme.
• Free access to over 100 online and face‑to‑face training courses, including the care certificate.
• Wisdom App – free access for all employees to mindfulness application.

To apply

Please use the link below to complete your application. Managers will use your supporting statement to shortlist candidates for interview; in relation to the Personal Specification. Therefore, it is very important you complete this section thoroughly. We would recommend that you read the candidate guidelines, job description and person specification (found at the base of this advert) before applying.

Please note to avoid disappointment, we advise you to submit your application as soon as possible as we reserve the right to close posts at any time.

No agency submissions please: any submissions without prior authorisation from the Sense Recruitment Team will be treated as our own and as such no fee will be payable.

If you require any further assistance, please contact the Recruitment Team on 0121 393 4529 or [e-mail].

Equality and diversity

Sense is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable children and adults and expects all employees to share this commitment. Therefore, all offers of employment, where appropriate, are subject to an enhanced DBS check.

For this role we particularly welcome applications from candidates from underrepresented ethnic minority backgrounds and candidates with disabilities. Sense is committed to equality of opportunity, and to promoting and celebrating the diversity of staff, volunteers and the people we work with. Everyone’s contribution is valued and we ensure they’re given the opportunity to realise their potential. We welcome applications from talented people from all sections of the community who share our values and believe that no one, no matter how complex their disabilities, should be isolated, left out, or unable to fulfil their potential. For more information please visit: https://www.sense.org.uk/about-us/equality-and-diversity/