Support Worker - Rhondda Cynon Taf

Keys Group; Wales; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading support organization in the UK is seeking a Support Worker to assist individuals in developing life skills and engaging with their communities. Responsibilities include providing personal care, teaching life skills, and supporting healthcare needs. No prior experience is necessary as full training will be provided. The role also offers a range of benefits including career development opportunities and competitive pay.

Benefits

DBS Check Paid

Qualifications & Career Development

Wellbeing and Engagement Hub

Amazing Discount Scheme

NEST Pension Scheme

Fair & Competitive Pay

£500 Referral Bonus

Full Induction Programme

Qualifications

• No experience in the care sector is required, we offer full training.
• Candidates must be over 18 years old.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day support to individuals.
• Encourage independence and personal development.
• Assist with health care needs and appointments.
• Teach life skills such as budgeting and cooking.

Skills

Enthusiasm

Commitment

Compassion

Job description

Overview

At Keys Group, we believe in unlocking potential and empowering the individuals we support to live independent, fulfilling lives on their own terms. As a Support Worker, you'll play a vital role in helping people develop life skills, engage in their communities, and pursue education and employment opportunities. Our Cardiff team provides personalized support tailored to each individual - whether that's 24-hour care, overnight assistance, or bespoke packages. You'll work in a variety of settings, including shared houses, individual flats, and family homes, supporting people to manage their own tenancies and daily lives.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Experience within the care sector is not essential as we offer full training, however what you do need is the enthusiasm and commitment to live our company values every day to ensure we move mountains to support people to live happy and healthy lives.

About Keys Group

Keys Group supports over 2,500 individuals across England and Wales through its three divisions: Accomplish, providing specialist residential, supported living, and accommodation for adults with learning disabilities, autism, mental health needs, and brain injuries; Keys, offering education and care for children and families through schools, children's homes, supported accommodation, and family assessment centres; and Peak, delivering indoor and outdoor adventure activities across four UK centres, including bespoke education programs and confidence-building activities like bushcraft, climbing, and canoeing. Keys Group are very proud to have signed the Armed Forces Covenant that means we have made a commitment to welcoming service personnel, veterans and military families into the group.

We are delighted to have veteran friendly policies, offer a Veterans Peer Support Network within our teams and are able to offer Military Awareness and support to our colleagues. As part of our commitment, we will offer a guaranteed interview to current and former service personnel providing that they meet the criteria of the role that they are applying for. If you feel that you meet the criteria for this, please ensure that you have your military experience detailed on your CV for one of our resourcing team to get in touch.

Due to the vulnerable nature of the people that we support, all applicants must be over the age of 18.

Benefits

• 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.
• 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.
• Amazing Discount Scheme – 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.
• NEST Pension Scheme – Save for your retirement with a matched contribution of up to 3% from Keys Group.
• 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.
• £500 Referral Bonus – Refer talented individuals to Keys Group and split a £500 bonus when they successfully join and complete their probation.
• Full Induction & Introductory Programme – Begin your journey with a paid-for comprehensive onboarding to set you up for success.

Application

Apply now and one of our team will be in touch to discuss how you can begin your rewarding career - No agencies please.