Support Worker
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 12 Chwefror 2026 |
|---|---|
| Cyflog: | £12.60 yr awr |
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 14 Mawrth 2026 |
| Lleoliad: | Cardiff, CF3 0JD |
| Gweithio o bell: | Ar y safle yn unig |
| Cwmni: | Dimensions |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | Dim/23266 |
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Dimensions is a leading social care provider in England and Wales, supporting people with learning disabilities and autism
We are looking for Support Workers to support individuals in Cardiff in a great location with fantastic benefits. You don't need experience as full training is given. We offer a great team environment and competitive pay rates. You will be friendly and approachable and support individuals to have a great life with excellent outcomes.
Dimensions are one of the country's largest not-for-profit organisation supporting people with learning difficulties, autism, behaviours of distress and complex needs and we are driven by our values. People with learning disabilities and their families are at the heart of everything we do.
Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity, apply today.
Dimensions is proud to be one of very few social care organisations that are accredited by the Great Places To Work programme in 2025
About the role
The job will -this will include accompanying people to favoured activities, supporting daily living skills, administering medication and supporting with personal care and mobility assistance, if needed. There are a lot of activities involved which include several outdoor activities, going for cinemas, shows, local holidays and holidays abroad, nature walks, some gardening, visiting historical sites, table top activities and at times trying your luck in video games though you do not need to know anything about this as the people who play these independently.
- Drivers only due to the people we support wanting to go out and about!
About you
Experience in supported living or care work or dormiciliary care will be an added advantage but anyone with the desire to embark on a new challenge even if you have never done this before, this could be an opportunity for you. You need to be adventorous within reason taking calculated risks without placing anyone in danger. You will need to have courage, intergrity, ambition, respect and be prepared to work in partnership with others including families, health officials and landlords. Be prepared to work flexibly. This could include working some weekends, waking nights or sleepins if required and bank holidays. Be prepared to complete all required training either by e-learning or attending courses. You should be able to use use computers to complete training and to record daily activities.
Outline essential qualities, skills, experience and qualifications to help candidates assess their fit for the position.
COURAGE
It's essential that:
* You're willing to work with people with a learning disability and/or communication difficulties.
* You're able to gain the skills to challenge poor practice and implement improvements.
* You're willing to work with people who require additional support because of behaviour that is challenging.
INTEGRITY
It's essential that:
* You're able to demonstrate a positive image of people with learning disabilities.
* You're able to communicate clearly, adapting what you say and how you say it so that each person can understand you.
* You're able to exercise confidentiality when supporting vulnerable adults - for example, financial and personal details.
PARTNERSHIP
It's essential that:
* You're able to demonstrate an understanding of the varying needs and requirements of people with disabilities.
* You have the ability to develop positive working relationships with all those involved with Dimensions - including those we support, families, carers, internal colleagues and external agencies.
* You're able to work as part of a team. Here is what we're looking for. Unless otherwise stated, we'll look for these qualities when we shortlist and then confirm them when we meet you.
RESPECT
It's essential that:
* You understand and demonstrate the value and need to ensure people are treated fairly and with respect.
* You're able to work flexibly and to respond effectively to changes in workload and the needs of the people we support.
* You're able to demonstrate an understanding of our core values - including treating all people with dignity and respect .
OTHER REQUIREMENTS IT'S ESSENTIAL THAT:
* You have basic computer literacy, are able to complete e-learning and can deal with Word documents and forms using a computer.
* You have adequate literacy and numeracy skills for basic forms, financial administration, petty cash and recording on medical charts etc. This will be assessed at interview and support provided throughout your probationary period if required.
* You're willing to undertake training.
Rewards that make a difference
A competitive payrate with uplift for overtime you chose to work
Flexible shift patterns to suit your needs
30 days paid Annual Leave (including public holidays - pro rata)
Opportunities for career progression
Supported 'Learn to Drive' scheme (up to 30 driving lessons, 1 theory/practical test - all paid for by us)
We offer a salary advance scheme where you can access up to 50% of the money you've earned before payday.
High Street Discounts - Retail and Entertainment (supermarkets, hospitality, pubs, cinema etc.)
Life Assurance and Company Pension
Industry leading training
Enhanced DBS paid for by us
Apply now
An enhanced DBS disclosure will be required for this role, the cost of which will be incurred by Dimensions.
We welcome applications from everyone who has the right to work in the UK, and value diversity in our workforce
If a driving licence is required for this role you will need to produce a copy of the driving licence at the onboarding stage.
As Disability Confident Leaders , we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy - Dimensions has been awarded this symbol by Jobcentre Plus to recognise our commitment towards the employment, retention, training and career development of disabled employees
As part of our commitment to making reasonable adjustments we can offer support to complete your application. Please contact the Resourcing Consultant Team on 03003039150.
We now have British Sign Language (BSL) translated videos for all of our recruitment communications.
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