Support Worker — Help People Live Independently

Cartrefi Cymru Co-operative; Fairbourne; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training and development opportunities

25 days annual leave

Health and Wellbeing programme

Company pension

Discount platform

Blue Light discount card

Job summary

Cartrefi Cymru Co-operative in Fairbourne is seeking a Support Worker to help people lead fulfilled lives in the community. You will support daily choices, attend activities and promote independence in a friendly village setting.

We offer full-time and part-time hours with weekend and sleep-in shifts; training is provided. A full driving licence and own car are essential for transport to activities and appointments.

Qualifications

• No experience required as full training is provided.
• Must have a full driving licence (essential) for transporting individuals to appointments and activities.
• Ability to speak on behalf of others to a range of professional people.
• Good written skills and the ability to record events with empathy and meaning.

Responsibilities

• Support people to make choices and live life on their own terms.
• Help individuals with day-to-day activities and community participation.
• Assist with personal care with dignity and respect when needed.
• Build genuine relationships within a close-knit village community.

Skills

Patience & empathy

Communication

Teamwork

Written skills

Driving licence

Own car

Welsh language preferred

Job description

Cartrefi Cymru Co-operative in Fairbourne is seeking a Support Worker to help people lead fulfilled lives in the community. You will support daily choices, attend activities and promote independence in a friendly village setting.

We offer full-time and part-time hours with weekend and sleep-in shifts; training is provided. A full driving licence and own car are essential for transport to activities and appointments.