Support Worker - Swansea

Hays Social Care; Swansea; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job description

Your new company:

We are looking for support workers with the right values and attitudes to join a large provider of care in South Wales. They provide support to adults with learning or physical disabilities across Swansea and Neath Port Talbot.

Your new role:

The role of support worker will consist of supporting with the delivery of a range of care to adults with learning disabilities, physical disabilities and additional health needs. You will be involved in providing both personal and physical care in line with each individual's care plan. This may involve administering medication, liaising with external professionals and providing access to the community. You will also support in maintaining and improving individuals' wellbeing through participation in activities such as arts and crafts, sports, shopping trips, holidays, and various other activities. They operate on a flexible rota, with scope to do both short and long days. However, flexibility is essential to deliver services over the full range of hours, including days, nights, weekends, bank holidays, and sleep-ins.

What you will need to succeed:

To be successful in the role of support worker, experience is not required. However, you will need a committed and motivated stance on personal and professional development, including a willingness to undertake any training to improve your standard of care. The ability to complete domestic tasks such as cooking and cleaning is also essential, as well as supporting to create a safe and comfortable environment for those that you are supporting. In addition to the physical requirements of the role, you will also need to display a calm and non-judgmental manner, with the ability to deal with stressful situations. It is essential that you have a full UK driving licence and flexibility to work a range of shifts including days, nights, sleep-ins, and weekends.

What you will get in return:

Career progression
Referral bonuses
Free training
Free DBS
SCW registration fee reimbursed by the organisation.

What you need to do now:

If you think the role of support worker suits your experience and personality, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now on (phone number removed) and ask for Louis.