Support Worker - PBS & Autism Support

Mirus Wales; Swansea; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel reimbursement (45p per mile)

Sleep-in and wake-in shifts pay

Training programme with progression

20 days' annual leave + BH (rising to

Cycle to Work Scheme

Wellbeing Hub

DBS check paid

Registration with Social Care Wales

Job summary

Mirus Wales in Swansea is looking for a Female PBS and Autism Support Worker to join our dedicated team in Swansea. You will support people to build relationships, try new things, and feel part of their community – so that they can live good lives.

We work with three adults in a four-bedroom home in the Clydach area, providing person-centred care and meaningful activities. You will collaborate with social workers, nurses, and therapists to plan days and promote independence.

Qualifications

• QCF Level 2 Health and Social Care qualification (if not already achieved).

Responsibilities

• Support people to do the things they enjoy, try new experiences, and live good lives.
• Assist with household tasks, shopping, meal preparation, personal care, and maintaining routines.
• Encourage and support people to strengthen relationships with family, friends, and their community.
• Work alongside professionals such as social workers, nurses, and occupational therapists to ensure people receive the best support.
• Listen to the people you support and support them to make choices about their lives.

Job description

We have an exciting opportunity for a Female PBS and AutismSupport worker to join our dedicated team in Swansea. In this role, you willsupport people to build relationships, try new things, and feel part of their community – so that they can live good lives.

About our home

We are three adults, two men and one woman, living together in a comfortable four-bedroom home in the Clydach area of Swansea. We enjoy a range of meaningfulactivities that reflect our individual interests and preferences. Throughout the week, you'll often find us going for walks, swimming, getting creative with arts and crafts, listening to music, or taking part in activities within our local community.

Support plays an important role in helping us maintain our independence and wellbeing. Staff work alongside us to plan our days, attend appointments, and support with personal care in a way that is respectful, person-centred, and tailored to each of us as individuals.

Everything we do is guided by our shared values:Together, Respectful, Responsible, Empowering, and Courageous. These values shape how we support each other, make decisions, and live our lives every day.

With the right support, we can live happy, active, and meaningful lives in a home we are proud of

About Mirus

For 40 years, we have provided support so people can do the things they love, achieve their goals, and live good lives - always with voice, choice, and control.

We support people with learning disabilities, mental ill-health, and autistic people. Our services are shaped by the people who use them – we listen to and value each person's unique voice and experiences, creating an environment where everyone feels heard and understood.

We know that people have better lives when they feel part of their community – and the community benefits too! That's why we work with others to build networks that encourage people to explore opportunities, discover new interests, develop relationships, and enhance their independence.

Everything we do is guided by our values:Together, Respectful, Responsible, Empowering, and Courageous.

What You'll Do

As a Support Worker, you will:

• Support people to do the things they enjoy, try new experiences, and live good lives.
• Assist with household tasks, shopping, meal preparation, personal care, and maintaining routines.
• Encourage and support people to strengthen relationships with family, friends, and their community.
• Work alongside professionals such as social workers, nurses, and occupational therapists to ensure people receive the best support.
• Listen to the people you support and support them to make choices about their lives.

Why Join Us?

We value our staff and offer:

• A fully funded and supported QCF Level 2 Health and Social Care qualification (if not already achieved).
• Paid work-related travel at 45p per mile between services.
• Extra pay for sleep-in and wake-in shifts – one of the highest rates in Wales.
• A full training programme with opportunities for development and career progression.
• 20 days' annual leave, plus bank holidays (Your annual holiday entitlement increases by 1 day a yearon the first full month after your 12 months serviceto maximum of 29).
• A Cycle to Work Scheme.
• A Wellbeing Hub to support your health and wellbeing.
• Registration with Social Care Wales and DBS check paid for by Mirus.