Support Worker - Neath Port Talbot

Career Choices Dewis Gyrfa Ltd; Port Talbot; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local social care provider in Port Talbot is seeking a support worker to assist adults with learning disabilities. The role involves daily living support, personal care, and facilitating community access. Candidates must have a friendly demeanor, driving capability, and a commitment to training. The position offers weekly pay, flexible hours, and opportunities for career progression. Apply now to join a dedicated team making a difference.

Benefits

Weekly pay

24/7 office support

Career progression referral bonuses

Free training

Free DBS

Flexible working holiday pay

Qualifications

• Preferred experience in the social care sector, no prior experience mandatory as training is provided.
• Commitment to ongoing training for career development.
• Essential to have a friendly and approachable personality.
• Driving is required for transporting individuals.

Responsibilities

• Support adults with learning disabilities in daily living.
• Provide personal care when necessary.
• Facilitate access to community activities and appointments.
• Work on a flexible rota including various shifts.

Skills

Experience in the social care sector

Communication skills

Friendly and approachable demeanor

Driving capability

Job description

£12.6 to £17.92 per hour, £12.60-17.92 Per Hour (shift dependent)

Contract Type: Permanent

Hours: Full time

Disability Confident: No

Closing Date: 03/12/2025

About this job

Your new company: You will become part of a company that is striving to provide high quality care that focuses on promoting independence and choice.

With multiple supported living settings across mid and south Wales, they provide adults with learning disabilities the opportunity to live in the community.

You will become part of a team of support workers that delivers person‑centred care that allows individuals access to new opportunities.

Your new role

The role of support worker will consist of supporting adults with learning disabilities in their own or shared home.

You will be involved in the daily living of the individuals, providing personal care when necessary.

A large part of the role is providing individuals with access to the community to participate in leisure activities and appointments.

As a support worker, you have a real chance to have a positive impact on people's lives, promoting independence and improving the standard of living.

Due to the nature of the care provided, you will be operating on a flexible rota that includes a mixture of short days, long days, sleep‑ins and wakeful nights (for which you receive an enhanced rate of pay).

What you will need to succeed

• Experience in the social care sector is preferred for this role, but you will be provided with an in‑depth and interactive training course prior to starting the role.
• You must be committed to completing this training and any further training that may be required.
• Through this, you will be supported to gain qualifications and experience that will assist you in creating a career in social care.
• It is important that you are friendly and approachable, making it easy to communicate with both those you are caring for and your team.
• Due to the need for providing access to the community and transporting individuals, driving is essential for this role.

What you will get in return

• Weekly pay – internal payroll system with no umbrella companies and hidden costs/additional charges.
• A friendly, supportive office team is available 24/7 with our on‑call system.
• Career progression referral bonuses.
• Free training.
• Free DBS.
• Flexible working holiday pay.

How to apply

If you are currently working in the social care sector and are looking for a change or are brand new to the sector and looking to start your career, click 'apply now' to forward an up‑to‑date copy of your CV, or call us now.

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