Support Worker - 30 hours

mirus Wales; Brecon; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Cycle to Work Scheme

Wellbeing Hub

DBS paid by employer

Registration with Social Care Wales

Job summary

Mirus Wales in Brecon is seeking a Support Worker on a 30-hour contract to help people build relationships, try new things, and live full lives within their community. You'll support daily living, accompany activities, and collaborate with care professionals to ensure meaningful outcomes.

Applicants must have a full UK driving licence. The role offers funded Health and Social Care qualifications, travel reimbursement, and opportunities for training, with a generous holiday allowance and

Qualifications

• Must hold a full UK driving licence.
• QCF Level 2 Health and Social Care qualification funded by employer.
• DBS check paid for by Mirus and registration with Social Care Wales is required.

Responsibilities

• Support people to do the things they enjoy, try new experiences, and live good lives.
• Assist with household tasks, shopping, meal planning, personal care and routines.
• Encourage and support people to strengthen relationships with family, friends, and their community.
• Work with professionals such as social workers, nurses, and occupational therapists to ensure the best support.
• Listen to the people you support and help them make choices about their lives.

Education

QCF Level 2 Health and Social Care

Job description

We have an exciting opportunity for a Support Worker to join our dedicated team in Brecon this is for a 30 hour contract. In this role, you willsupport people to build relationships, try new things, and feel part of their community – so that they can live good lives.

Do you hold a full UK driving license? You'll need one for this role.

About Mirus

For 40 years, we have provided support so people can do the things they love, achieve their goals, and live good lives - always with voice, choice, and control.

We support people with learning disabilities, mental ill-health, and autistic people. Our services are shaped by the people who use them – we listen to and value each person's unique voice and experiences, creating an environment where everyone feels heard and understood.

We know that people have better lives when they feel part of their community – and the community benefits too! That's why we work with others to build networks that encourage people to explore opportunities, discover new interests, develop relationships, and enhance their independence.

Everything we do is guided by our values:Together, Respectful, Responsible, Empowering, and Courageous.

What You'll Do

As a Support Worker, you will:

• Support people to do the things they enjoy, try new experiences, and live good lives.
• Assist with household tasks, shopping, meal preparation, personal care, and maintaining routines.
• Encourage and support people to strengthen relationships with family, friends, and their community.
• Work alongside professionals such as social workers, nurses, and occupational therapists to ensure people receive the best support.
• Listen to the people you support and support them to make choices about their lives.

Why Join Us?

We value our staff and offer:

• A fully funded and supported QCF Level 2 Health and Social Care qualification (if not already achieved).
• Paid work-related travel at 45p per mile between services.
• Extra pay for sleep-in and wake-in shifts – one of the highest rates in Wales.
• A full training programme with opportunities for development and career progression.
• Your holiday entitlement is 20 days, plus bank holidays (Your annual holiday entitlement increases by 1 day a yearon the first full month after your 12 months serviceto maximum of 29).
• A Cycle to Work Scheme.
• A Wellbeing Hub to support your health and wellbeing.
• Registration with Social Care Wales and DBS check paid for by Mirus.