Support Worker – Cardiff

Orange Recruitment; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 15,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Above the industry average pay

Mileage 45p per mile

Full induction and training

Job summary

Orange Recruitment seeks a Support Worker in Cardiff for 12 hours per week across two 6-hour day shifts. Flexibility is essential, with Wednesday and either Saturday or Sunday work. Driving and use of a car (Motability van) required.

DBS enhanced and full induction provided. Permanent contract with above-average pay and mileage at 45p per mile. Experience with young adults needing personal care and with significant communication impairments is essential; willingness to register with Social Care

Qualifications

• Have experience of working with young adults who have personal care needs.
• Have experience of working with people with significant communication impairments.
• Be able to drive and have use of a car and be willing to drive a Motability van.
• Be willing to register with Social Care Wales.

Skills

Experience with personal care

Experience with communication impairm.

Flexible hours

Willing to register with Social Care

Valid driving licence

Education

No formal education requirement

Tools

Car ownership

Job description

Support Worker – Cardiff (Ref: 296)

Contract: Permanent

Location: Cardiff

Hours per week: 12 hours weekly (to include 2 x 6 hr hour shifts)

Working Pattern:

• 6 hour shifts – Day Shifts
• Wednesday & Saturday or Sunday (Flexibility essential)
• Shift patterns: variable but after 10am in the morning

Pay per hour: £16

Closing date: 18th August 2026 (Please note – we reserve the right to close the advert earlier if we receive a high volume of suitable applicants)

A full induction and training will be provided. This role is subject to an Enhanced level DBS.

Essential information

• Have experience of working with young adults who have personal care needs.
• Have experience of working people with significant communication impairments.
• Be able to drive and have use of a car and be willing to drive my Motability van.
• Have the ability to work your hours flexibly.
• Be willing to register with Social Care Wales.

Top Reasons to apply

• Above the industry average for pay
• Mileage rate – 45p per mile
• Work directly for our client and not an agency (unlike most agency work you will spend quality time with your client which can make a real difference)
• Great opportunity for professional development
• Be part of an expert multi-disciplinary team
• Bespoke client induction and training
• Ongoing support and supervision from the dedicated Case Manager