Support Worker- Agency
Location: Pontypool (Wales)
Salary: £12.21-£13p/h
Contract: Temporary (Ad-hoc Agency Shifts)
We are looking for experienced Support Workers to join our agency and support one of our clients – a UK leading provider of care for individuals with Learning Disabilities, Autism, PMLD, Deafness, and Complex Needs.
What we’re looking for:
Previous Experience in care or support work ideally within a residential setting
Valid Care Certificate or Level 2 in Adult Care or equivalent
In date mandatory training including- Manual Handling & Medicines Administration
Knowledge of CQC/CIW standards
Enhanced DBS check on the update service
A caring, patient, and supportive nature with the ability to work flexibly
A team player who can also work confidently on their own.
What you’ll be doing:
Supporting individuals to achieve their goals, build life skills, and engage in meaningful activities.
Ensuring health, wellbeing, and emotional needs are met, including personal care, medication, and attending health appointments.
Promoting safety and safeguarding, always putting the welfare of the people we support first.
Encouraging inclusion, helping individuals to access social, community, and family networks.
Supporting new team members and contributing positively to a collaborative team environment.
Maintaining accurate records including care plans, risk assessments, daily reports, and health documentation.
Promoting positive behaviour management and supporting individuals with behaviours that may challenge.
Ensuring a safe, clean, and welcoming home environment.
INDHC