Support Worker - Isfryn (SA9)

Keys Children; Swansea; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Leave 5.6 weeks

Enhanced DBS paid

Blue Light Card

NEST Pension Scheme

Cycle to Work

Full Induction & IntroductoryProgramme

Referral Bonus £500

Care First EAP

Circle wellbeing & discounts

Job summary

Keys Group is seeking a dedicated Support Worker for a residential service in the Swansea valleys. You will assist residents with daily living, encourage participation in activities, and help with personal care and health needs.

The role involves community outings, medication support, and fostering independence. A full UK manual driving license is required, and DBS checks are funded. 18+ only, with 35 hours per week and a rewarding environment.

Qualifications

• Full UK Manual Driving License is essential.
• Experience in care and support is beneficial but not mandatory.
• Applicants must be 18 years or older.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day support and routine for the people in the service.
• Promote independence and help residents lead a fulfilling life.
• Support health care needs, accompany to appointments, administer medications as needed.
• Assist with personal care and domestic tasks (cooking, cleaning).
• Encourage development of life skills through activities and hobbies.

Skills

Full UK Manual Driving License

Job description

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35 hours per week

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Care and Support

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Package Description

ROLE:Support Worker

HOURS:35 hours per week

REQUIREMENTS:Full UK Manual Driving License - essential

About Isfryn:

Isfryn is situated in between the village Ystylafera and the town of Ystradgynlais, in the beautiful Swansea valleys. There are 8 people living at Isfryn. Each person has a brain injury, and some have a secondary mental health diagnosis.

Isfryn is mostly a calm environment although it can be busy. Staff state it is a rewarding place to work. We need staff who will support the people here with their personal daily needs and activities. People like to go out into the community to do various things like attending church, the cinema, visit the pub, café and shopping!

As aSupport Worker, you will be involved in the day to day support and routine of the people within the service including:

• Day-to-day support and routine of the people we support.
• Prompting independence whilst helping them live a fulfilling life.
• Supporting & encouraging the development of personal skills through hobbies and interests.
• Maintaining and helping with health care needs, including accompanying the people we support to routine appointments or administrating medication.
• Teaching life skills such as budgeting, paying bills & shopping.
• Assisting with personal care as required.
• Assisting with domestic tasks including cleaning & cooking.
• Providing guidance & encouragement through physical & emotional support.
• Annual Leave - Enjoy 5.6 weeks of annual leave inclusive of 8 public holidays.
• DBS Check Paid - Your Enhanced DBS check, is fully covered by Keys Group, along with any required renewals.
• Qualifications & Career Development - Unlock your potential with our support! We offer a variety of QCF qualifications, providing opportunities for professional growth and opening doors to further career advancement.
• Fair & Competitive Pay - At Keys Group, we pride ourselves on fair and competitive pay. As a Real Living Wage Employer, we ensure fair pay for all, with enhanced pay scales that transparently recognise your qualifications and experience.
• Blue Light Card- at High Street retailers, days out, gifts, holidays and even when buying a car, available via a Blue Light card that you will have access to as a Health and Social Care Employee
• Referral Bonus - Refer talented individuals to Keys Group and split a £500 bonus when they successfully join and complete their probation.
• Care First- We care about your well-being and that\'s why we\'re pleased to offer our employees an Employee Assistance Program. If you need someone to talk to, the EAP is here for you - confidentially and at no cost.
• Circle - Your hub for wellbeing, engagement and discounts. From tailored exercise advice and healthy eating tips to counselling and savings on everyday purchases, Circle has you covered.
• NEST Pension Scheme - Save for your retirement with a matched contribution of up to 3% from Keys Group.
• Long Service Awards -It\'s our way of saying a heartfelt thank you for everything you do.
• Cycle to Work Scheme- You could save up to 42% on a brand-new bike and accessories.
• Full Induction & Introductory Programme - Begin your journey with a paid-for comprehensive onboarding to set you up for success.

About Keys:

Keys Care provides safe, supportive homes for adults and children, offering tailored services and specialist support to help people thrive. Through ourConnected Support approach, we empower individuals to build stability, resilience, and a strong sense of belonging

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We are also committed to supporting the Armed Forces community through our Armed Forces Covenant.

Eligible candidates from military backgrounds are guaranteed an interview – please include details of your service on your CV.

Please note that due to the vulnerable nature of the people that we support, all applicants must be over the age of 18

*Dependant on experience and qualifications