Support Worker - Swansea

TN United Kingdom; Swansea; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in care services is seeking dedicated support workers to enhance the lives of adults with learning and physical disabilities in South Wales. This rewarding role involves providing personal and physical care tailored to individual care plans while promoting wellbeing through engaging activities. Ideal candidates will possess a motivated attitude and a willingness to learn, ensuring a safe and supportive environment for those in need. Join a flexible team that values your contribution and offers opportunities for career progression and training.

Benefits

Career progression

Referral bonuses

Free training

Free DBS

SCW registration fee reimbursement

Qualifications

• No prior experience required, but a motivated attitude is essential.
• Must have a full UK driving licence and flexibility in working hours.

Responsibilities

• Support adults with learning and physical disabilities in daily activities.
• Administer medication and liaise with external professionals as needed.

Skills

Motivated attitude

Domestic tasks (cooking, cleaning)

Calm demeanor

Flexibility in shifts

Job description

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Your newpany: 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 them. 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 attitude towards personal and professional development. This includes 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 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