Support Worker – Ty Pentyrch

Iris Care Group; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a compassionate Support Worker to join a new team in Cardiff. This rewarding role involves supporting individuals with Autism, Learning Disabilities, and Mental Health challenges, making a genuine difference in their lives. You will be part of a friendly and supportive environment, where your contributions are valued. With industry-leading training and a commitment to personal development, this position offers a fulfilling career path. If you are passionate about helping others and want to be part of a dedicated team, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Holiday allowance of 216 hours

Industry-leading training

Employee Assistance Program

Free on-site parking

Friendly work environment

Overtime opportunities

Free enrolment on accredited qualifications

Refer a friend scheme with up to £1000 reward

Qualifications

• Experience or desire to support individuals with challenging behaviour.
• Ongoing commitment to personal development and training.

Responsibilities

• Provide respectful support that promotes dignity and independence.
• Assist individuals with personal care and household activities.
• Communicate effectively with the people you support.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Knowledge of Mental Health

Ability to support individuals with Learning Disabilities

Calmness in challenging situations

Education

GCSE level or equivalent

Job description

We have an exciting opportunity for a Support Worker to join a brand new team at Ty Pentyrch on the outskirts of Cardiff

Are you looking for a rewarding career? AtIris Care Group, you’ll go home knowing that you’vemade a difference in peoples lives. Employing over 1,600 people, Iris Care Group is the largest independent health and social care provider across the Southwest of England and South Wales. We provide innovative, effective, and forward-thinking care for adults with specialist mental healthcare needs.

With over 90% of staff saying they enjoy their job; we are proud to have created environments where our staff feel rewarded and fulfilled.

What will you receive?

• Holiday allowance of 216 hours (28 days) per annum paid inclusive of bank holidays, with additional holidays for long service
• Industry-leading training
• Employee Assistance Program – free 24/7 confidential helpline (domestic, financial, legal, health support, etc.)
• Free on-site parking and uniform
• Friendly and supportive work environment
• Overtime opportunities
• Free enrolment on to accredited qualifications such as QCF

Iris Care Group also offers a ‘refer a friend’ scheme: where you could earn as much as £1000* for everyone you successfully introduce.

About your role

Are you a caring, energetic, enthusiastic individual who enjoys working as part of a team? Are you looking for a job that makes a difference, a job you can feel proud of? Then a role as a Support Worker could be just right for you.

As a Support Worker, you will be supporting individuals with Autism, Learning Disabilities, Behaviours of concern, Physical Disabilities, Mental Health, Epilepsy and Complex Needs. The people we support within our services are more likely to display challenging behaviour towards you, so the ability to remain calm in all situations would be essential.

Role Responsibilities

• Provide support in a way that is respectful, promotes dignity and independence.
• Provide support in any location appropriate to meet the needs of the people we support.
• Communicating with the people you support using appropriate communication methods.
• Assisting with individuals’ care, including personal care.
• Participating in the development and implementation of support plans.
• Assisting the people we support with household activities.
• Recording and completing any appropriate documentation.

Role Requirements

• Excellent communication skills, as well as excellent listening skills, as you will be supporting people who use various methods of communication.
• Knowledge/experience/desire to support individuals with Mental Health, Learning Disabilities or Challenging Behaviour is essential.
• Good comprehension of English language including literacy and numerical skills i.e., GCSE level or equivalent.
• Ongoing commitment to own personal development and training
• Driving licence required due to location

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