Overview
As a MALE Support Worker in Colwyn Bay you’ll help make the everyday remarkable for the people we support. We are dedicated to supporting those with learning disabilities to live a fulfilled and enriched life in the community, and in this role you’ll play a vital part.
What you’ll be doing
In this role, you’ll actively support a Welsh-speaking male who has learning disabilities and is visually impaired. He regularly enjoys active walking, gym, swimming, choir and going to church. You’ll empower him to follow through on these choices, including taking part in structured activities that build confidence and develop new skills. You’ll also offer practical support to help him meet responsibilities like paying bills, maintaining his home, being a good neighbour, and staying connected with friends and family. Your goal is to make everyday remarkable through enhancing well-being and focusing on the small, meaningful moments that bring joy and purpose.
Who we are looking for
* No experience required as full training is provided.
* Male
* Patience and empathy
* Ability to support a person with intimate personal care with respect and dignity
* Strong communication and teamwork skills
* Ability to speak on behalf of others as well as to a range of professional people
* Good written skills and the ability to record events with empathy and meaning
* Full driving licence – essential for transporting individuals to appointments and activities
* Ideally fluent in Welsh but not essential
Our Benefits
* Excellent training and development opportunities to achieve qualifications
* 25 days annual leave rising to 30 days after 5 years’ service with the option to buy and sell leave
* Benevolent Fund, confidential financial wellbeing resource available to our colleagues
* Health and Wellbeing programme – 24 hour access to our Employee Assistance Programme
* Refer a Friend – Referral Programme
* Company pension
* Cycle to work scheme
* Benefits and discount platform
* Eligibility for Blue Light discount card
* And much more…
Salary and hours
Hours: Full time 37 hours per week. Typical shifts include 08:00–22:30, 23:00–07:00, 10:00–14:00, 17:00–22:00 and will include weekends and sleep-ins. Salary: £12.74 per hour; sleep-in shifts at £60 per night; travel expenses paid at 45p per mile. Contract: Permanent.
Location
Colwyn Bay, Conwy
Additional information
Interviews: We are looking to interview as soon as possible, so apply at the earliest opportunity. We reserve the right to close this advert early.
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