Support Worker - Adult Supported Living

Swantoncare; Llanelli; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated support workers to provide both practical and emotional assistance to individuals in need. This role involves working around the clock to empower clients to achieve their personal goals while respecting their individuality. You will be part of a compassionate team that values contributions and recognizes outstanding efforts. With opportunities for career development and a supportive environment, this position is perfect for those passionate about making a difference in the lives of others. Join a team that celebrates long service and invests in your growth with funded qualifications and various employee benefits.

Benefits

Refer a friend scheme

Long service awards

Employee benefits app

Cycle to work scheme

Pension scheme

Life cover

Funded qualifications

Career pathways

Training qualification centre

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Experience in providing emotional and practical support to individuals.
• Ability to work in a challenging health needs environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide 24/7 support to individuals with diverse needs.
• Empower people to achieve their personal goals and aspirations.

Skills

Emotional Support

Practical Assistance

Communication Skills

Empowerment Techniques

Education

Relevant Qualifications in Health and Social Care

Job description

About The Role

Whilst fully embracing the company ethos, support workers provide practical assistance and emotional support to empower people we support to achieve their goals and aspirations, respecting everyone’s individuality and enabling them to make appropriate choices to live the life they want to live.

Support is required 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

What we can offer:

• Refer a friend scheme: We know that you will know fantastic people who will make a great contribution; you will receive £400 each time a successful referral is made.
• Above and beyond: We recognise that our staff teams do amazing things for the people we support and their teams. We award contributions for those who go the extra mile and for good inspection feedback with vouchers for high street shops and other surprises!
• Long service awards: We recognize your contribution to the team and celebrate long service.
• Employee benefits app: Stay connected to our community, receive discounts across everyday and luxury shops, access information about learning & development opportunities.
• Cycle to work: You can save money and get fit with our salary sacrifice scheme.
• Pension: We will auto-enrol you into our salary sacrifice pension scheme.
• Life cover: You will be entitled to the death in service benefit.
• Funded qualifications: Earn whilst you learn! We aim to develop our own talent, giving you the opportunity to develop your career with Swanton.
• Career pathways: We invest in our people and offer apprenticeships in Health and Social Care (Level 3). Earn whilst you learn has never been easier!
• Swanton Educates: We have our own training qualification centre which can further support your development.
• Trained mental health first aiders: Available to support you when you need someone to talk to.
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP): Free confidential access to a 24hr assistance program for counselling, advice and support.
• Employee Voice: We hold regular events throughout the year to listen to your feedback about working with us.

*Subject to eligibility & criteria.

You will be required to undergo relevant pre-employment checks including an enhanced DBS check. This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

Our internal vacancies are also published onto our website. Roles may be withdrawn before the closing date if a successful appointment has been made.

About The Service

Swanton Care and Community West and South Wales provide support to 10 supported living homes, all of which are individual and have different needs of support.

Each house supports people with challenging health needs such as mental health, autism, ADHD, and complex needs.