Support Worker - Pembroke Area

Orbis Education & Care Ltd; Pembroke Dock; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care organization in Pembroke Dock is seeking Support Workers to provide exceptional care for individuals with autism. The role serves to enhance the lives of clients through support, encouragement, and empowerment. Candidates should possess a caring nature and excellent communication skills. No experience is necessary, but passion and commitment are essential. The organization offers strong career progression, various benefits including a Refer a Friend bonus, and a supportive environment.

Benefits

Employee Assistance program

Refer a Friend bonus

Funded QCF and career progression

Health Shield Plan

Enhanced maternity/paternity benefits

Paid time off for cancer screening

Qualifications

• Genuine desire to make a positive impact.
• Ability to build strong relationships.
• Adaptability to individual needs.
• Willingness to learn.
• Right to work in the UK with at least 12 months remaining on visa.

Responsibilities

• Ensure physical and emotional needs are met.
• Support during recreational activities.
• Promote independence and confidence.
• Tailor support to individual needs.
• Keep accurate records of activities.
• Perform general housekeeping duties.

Skills

Compassionate and caring nature

Excellent communication skills

Resilience and patience

Basic IT skills

Full UK driving licence

Job description

About The Role

Support Worker roles £12.60 to £12.80 dependent on experience. Full time, part time and Night shifts available.

Areas currently recruiting: Lydstep, Pembroke Dock, Saundersfoot & Haverfordwest.

We’re a leading organisation dedicated to provide exceptional care and support to children and adults with complex needs associated with autism.

We proudly offer six residences nestled across picturesque Pembrokeshire, including Lydstep, Pembroke Dock, Saundersfoot and Haverfordwest. At Orbis, we're seeking compassionate support workers eager for a fresh opportunity to become valued members of our team, dedicated to making a meaningful impact.

Looking to work in one of these areas? Get in touch to find out about the opportunities we have.

If you possess a compassionate nature and find fulfilment in empowering remarkable adults through nurturing, caring, motivating, and encouraging their decision-making, then this role is tailor‑made for you.

A day in the life of working as a support worker includes

• Ensuring their physical and emotional needs are met through a supportive and caring environment;
• Support our people during recreational activities, outings and community integration;
• Promote independence, self‑esteem, and confidence in our people, celebrating their achievements and milestones;
• Working together to ensure support is tailored to meet individual needs;
• Keeping accurate records of all activities, progress, and incidents should they arise;
• General housekeeping duties, including meal preparation;

We're looking for people who care and have

• A compassionate and caring nature, with a genuine desire to make a positive impact.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships.
• Resilience and patience when faced with challenges, adapting to individual needs.
• A willingness to learn and follow guidance from the team.
• Basic IT skills for record keeping and communication purposes.
• A full UK driving licence – essential for supporting our individuals with transport to appointments and activities.
• The right to work in the UK with at least 12 months remaining on your visa (if applicable).
• No experience needed — just passion, patience, and commitment!

Please note: This job role involves regulated activity with adults and requires an enhanced DBS with barred list check.

Benefits

• Support at every step – Employee Assistance, Wellbeing Champions and Salary Finance Support.
• Refer a Friend bonus – earn up to £1,000!
• Build your career here – funded QCF and genuine progression – 97% of our managers were promoted internally.
• Health Shield Plan - after probation.
• Enhanced maternity/paternity – after 12 months of continuous service.
• Proud signatory of the JGHR Pledge – paid time off for cancer screening and appointments.

If you are ready to join a dedicated team and make a positive impact on the lives of individuals with autism, we would love to hear from you. Click ‘Apply’ today!

Join us at Orbis Education and Care and be a part of something truly rewarding!

Orbis Education and Care is an equal opportunity employer.