Support Worker – 12 Hour Shifts, Cardiff

ND Care & Support Ltd; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

£250 incentive after 100 hours

DBS check reimbursement

5-day training programme

Welsh registration fee reimbursement

Blue Light Card reimbursement

Job summary

ND Care & Support is seeking compassionate care assistants to help a young woman live independently at home in Wales. You will provide daily living support, build trusting relationships and offer friendship and encouragement in a patient, respectful manner.

We value dedicated, flexible individuals who can cover long shifts, including afternoons and nights. Full training is provided, and DBS checks and registrations are supported as part of the role.

Qualifications

• Caring and patient with ability to build positive, supportive relationships.
• Person-centered approach to care and support.
• Flexible to work long shifts, afternoons and nights.
• Able to support community access and activities.
• Provide reassurance while promoting independence.
• Comfortable with domestic duties and light budgeting.

Responsibilities

• Support a young woman to live independently at home.
• Build a positive, supportive relationship with her.
• Assist with daily living tasks and companionship.
• Encourage participation in activities and community access.
• Ensure a safe, clean, and comfortable living environment.

Skills

Compassionate care

Patient demeanor

Excellent communication

Reliable and flexible

Team player

Job description

Are you looking for a career that makes a real difference? We are seeking outgoing, bubbly, kind and caring individuals with a calm personality to support a young woman to live independently. The role involves helping with daily living tasks while building positive, meaningful companionship, and providing support, encouragement, and friendship to enhance her everyday life.

Who We Are

Since 2010, ND Care & Support has been delivering high-quality, person-centred care at home and community care services across Wales. We proudly support children, young adults, adults, and older people — empowering each person to live life to the fullest. We are a registered member of Care Inspectorate Wales (CIW) and committed to excellence in everything we do.

A full UK Driving License and access to your own car is desirable but not essential for this role.

About The Role:

At ND Care & Support, we are thrilled to offer an opportunity to support a young lady to live as independently as possible in her own home. This role is perfect for someone who is passionate about making a real difference and building a positive, supportive relationship.

What We Offer:

• Get Rewarded – Complete 100 hours and receive a special incentive payment of £250 as recognition for your commitment and hard work.
• Enhanced DBS Reimbursed – Complete 50 hours and we’ll refund the cost of your DBS check (unless you already have a DBS on the Update Service).
• 5-day training programme provided before you start work with us
• We will cover the cost of your Social Care Wales registration fee (We Will reimburse you once you have worked for us for more than four weeks).
• We will cover the cost of your Blue Light Card (We Will reimburse you for the Blue Light Card fee on proof of purchase).

To Be Successful In This Role, You Will Need:

• To be caring and patient with the ability to build positive, supportive relationships
• Have a person-centered approach to care and support
• Have flexibility to work long shifts, afternoons and nights. Shifts and hours to be discussed at interview
• Support and enable community access, encouraging participation in activities if desired
• Offer positive reassurance when needed, while allowing appropriate space and independence
• Support with domestic duties within the home, including, but not limited to, helping with meals, tidying, cooking, maintaining a comfortable living environment and helping with finances.
• To be comfortable around pets

Together, we can make a difference – join ND Care & Support and help someone soar a little higher every day.