Support Worker – Canolfan Padarn

Cyngor Sir Ceredigion County Council; Aberystwyth; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Cyngor Sir Ceredigion County Council in Aberystwyth is seeking a compassionate individual to support adults with learning disabilities at Canolfan Padarn. You will help service users access community facilities, develop independent living skills, and work in a person-centred way to empower personal goals.

A full driving licence is essential, and some evening/weekend shifts may be required. We provide training and supervision to support you in this rewarding role, with DBS checks as part of

Qualifications

• Driving licence required
• DBS check essential
• Willingness to work evenings and weekends possibly

Responsibilities

• Support service users to access local community facilities
• Help them develop independent living skills
• Empower individuals to achieve personal goals through a person-centred approach

Job description

Please note that the advertised salary for this position is subject to the pending 2026/2027 national pay award. The final salary will be adjusted accordingly once this has been agreed.

Join Our Team at Canolfan Padarn!

Located in the heart of Aberystwyth, Canolfan Padarn is a welcoming resource centre dedicated to supporting adults with learning disabilities.

We’re looking for an enthusiastic, caring, and motivated individual to make a real difference in people’s lives. In this rewarding role, you will:

• Support service users to access local community facilities
• Help them develop independent living skills
• Empower individuals to achieve their personal goals through a person-centred approach

If you’re passionate about inclusion, independence, and creating opportunities, we’d love to hear from you!

A full driving licence is essential, and you should be comfortable driving social transport vehicles as part of the role.

We’ll provide comprehensive training and regular supervision to support you in your work.

A flexible approach is important, as some evening and weekend shifts may be required to meet the needs of our service users.

Why join us?

• Make a positive impact every day
• Be part of a supportive and friendly team
• Opportunities for training and development

Job Description and Person Specification

Team Ceredigion Information Pack

Should you require any further information about this role please contact: Diane Willaims on [e-mail]

Note: We reserve the right to extend the application closing date.

We are committed to safeguarding and protecting children and adults at risk. As part of this commitment, certain roles within our organisation require a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to assess the suitability of candidates. This role will require an Enhanced DBS check. Please note that the presence of previous convictions will not necessarily disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. We assess each applicant on a case-by-case basis, and take into account the nature and relevance of any convictions in relation to the responsibilities of the role. Our goal is to create an inclusive and supportive work environment where all individuals are treated fairly and with respect. If you have any concerns or questions regarding this process, please feel free to contact us for clarification. Your privacy and dignity are of utmost importance to us throughout the recruitment process.