Support Worker – Teenagers & Adults Learning Disabilites
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 09 Mehefin 2025 |
|---|---|
| Cyflog: | Heb ei nodi |
| Gwybodaeth ychwanegol am y cyflog: | Pension, BUPA |
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 09 Gorffennaf 2025 |
| Lleoliad: | Cardiff County, Wales |
| Gweithio o bell: | Ar y safle yn unig |
| Cwmni: | GOFAL CYMRU CARE |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | SW0625 |
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The Role:
Located in one of our eight small (maximum six bed) homes across Cardiff and Barry we offer full or part time hours which cover evenings, weekends, bank holidays, wake-in and sleep-in duties.
We specialise in supporting children and adults with learning disabilities, autistic spectrum disorder, acquired brain injury and mental health issues. We provide person centred care and support aimed at improving the quality of life for individuals.
What we are looking for:
Experience is helpful, but not essential as full training is provided. Above all we are looking for people who share our values, who are caring, empathetic, compassionate, good team players with a willingness to learn.
Successful candidates will have an interest in helping those with mental health needs and complex learning disabilities to live with less restriction and greater independence They will be energetic and enthusiastic, with a desire to make a difference and enrich the lives of others.
Day to day tasks:
To support individuals going about their daily lives, providing personal care where necessary and promoting their independence, enabling them to achieve their goals.
Key Responsibilities:
Assisting individuals where necessary with personal care needs, including washing / bathing, toileting needs, dressing and undressing, mobility and transport, etc.
Helping the individuals in our care to make their own choices and supporting them to carry out activities within and outside of the home, e.g. cooking, cleaning, shopping, going to the gym, days out, social and leisure activities.
Acting as an advocate promoting individuals’ wellbeing, safety and quality of life.
Cleaning duties as part of the team, undertaking any general domestic chores, or supporting individuals to carry out such duties.
Helping with menu planning, shopping and cooking for the home.
Administering medication to individuals following appropriate training and in line with company procedures.
Carrying out health & safety checks as necessary.
Following care and management guidelines and working in line with company policies and procedures.
Completing documentation and keeping records in accordance with company policy.
Other reasonable tasks as required which fall within the grade of the job.
Selection Criteria:
Essential:
Ability to speak and understand English
Good Numeracy and literacy skills
Physically fit to meet demands of post
Be a minimum of 21 years old to work in our children’s homes
Prepared to learn
Desirable:
Care experience with young people, particularly those with learning disabilities
Valid driver’s license and driving experience
Have obtained relevant QCF qualifications
Knowledge in the field of learning disabilities or mental health.
Full Driving licence
What we offer:
Full induction package and ongoing training leading to QCF qualifications.
Contributory Pension Scheme
28 days holiday (pro rata if part time, includes bank holidays) with an annual increase after 2 years service to a maximum of 33 days per annum.
Competitive Salary
BUPA Healthcare scheme (Private Medical Insurance)
Refer a friend scheme
Opportunities to develop
This position is subject to an enhanced DBS Disclosure which will be completed upon successful application.
Please note: Due to the high volume of applications, if you do not hear from us within two weeks, please note that you will not be proceeding to the next stage of the recruitment process.
Please be advised that we are not currently offering sponsorship for employment visas.
Located in one of our eight small (maximum six bed) homes across Cardiff and Barry we offer full or part time hours which cover evenings, weekends, bank holidays, wake-in and sleep-in duties.
We specialise in supporting children and adults with learning disabilities, autistic spectrum disorder, acquired brain injury and mental health issues. We provide person centred care and support aimed at improving the quality of life for individuals.
What we are looking for:
Experience is helpful, but not essential as full training is provided. Above all we are looking for people who share our values, who are caring, empathetic, compassionate, good team players with a willingness to learn.
Successful candidates will have an interest in helping those with mental health needs and complex learning disabilities to live with less restriction and greater independence They will be energetic and enthusiastic, with a desire to make a difference and enrich the lives of others.
Day to day tasks:
To support individuals going about their daily lives, providing personal care where necessary and promoting their independence, enabling them to achieve their goals.
Key Responsibilities:
Assisting individuals where necessary with personal care needs, including washing / bathing, toileting needs, dressing and undressing, mobility and transport, etc.
Helping the individuals in our care to make their own choices and supporting them to carry out activities within and outside of the home, e.g. cooking, cleaning, shopping, going to the gym, days out, social and leisure activities.
Acting as an advocate promoting individuals’ wellbeing, safety and quality of life.
Cleaning duties as part of the team, undertaking any general domestic chores, or supporting individuals to carry out such duties.
Helping with menu planning, shopping and cooking for the home.
Administering medication to individuals following appropriate training and in line with company procedures.
Carrying out health & safety checks as necessary.
Following care and management guidelines and working in line with company policies and procedures.
Completing documentation and keeping records in accordance with company policy.
Other reasonable tasks as required which fall within the grade of the job.
Selection Criteria:
Essential:
Ability to speak and understand English
Good Numeracy and literacy skills
Physically fit to meet demands of post
Be a minimum of 21 years old to work in our children’s homes
Prepared to learn
Desirable:
Care experience with young people, particularly those with learning disabilities
Valid driver’s license and driving experience
Have obtained relevant QCF qualifications
Knowledge in the field of learning disabilities or mental health.
Full Driving licence
What we offer:
Full induction package and ongoing training leading to QCF qualifications.
Contributory Pension Scheme
28 days holiday (pro rata if part time, includes bank holidays) with an annual increase after 2 years service to a maximum of 33 days per annum.
Competitive Salary
BUPA Healthcare scheme (Private Medical Insurance)
Refer a friend scheme
Opportunities to develop
This position is subject to an enhanced DBS Disclosure which will be completed upon successful application.
Please note: Due to the high volume of applications, if you do not hear from us within two weeks, please note that you will not be proceeding to the next stage of the recruitment process.
Please be advised that we are not currently offering sponsorship for employment visas.
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