Summary
We’re looking for enthusiastic and caring Support Workers to join our friendly and supportive Supported Living Services team in Swansea. Our service operates 24/7, so flexibility is important. Shift patterns include:
* Day shifts: 7:30 am – 3:00 pm or 3:00 pm – 9:00 pm
* Night shifts (enhanced rates): 8:00 pm – 8:00 am
* 26‑hour (permanent) position available
If you’re ready to make a meaningful difference and be part of a passionate, purpose‑driven team, we’d love to hear from you!
Overview
In this role, you’ll be supporting four fantastic individuals with learning disabilities, helping them lead active, fulfilling lives. Each person we support has access to their own vehicle to promote independence, so a full UK manual driving licence is essential.
What is the role?
As a Support Worker, you’ll be involved in all aspects of day‑to‑day support, including:
* Administering medication
* Preparing meals and supporting with mealtimes
* Laundry and household cleaning
* Accompanying on shopping trips and running errands
* Supporting relationships with friends, family, and the local community
* Taking part in leisure activities such as swimming, cinema trips, and days out
* Advocating for their needs, preferences, and choices
* Providing personal care with dignity and respect
* Assisting with manual handling as required
Skills and experience required
* Full UK manual driving licence
* Biologically female applicant only (specific to the role)
* Experience working with people/customers
* Experience working as part of a team
* Basic literacy and numeracy skills
* Basic IT skills
Pay and benefits
* Hourly rate £12.75 (£24,531 annual FTE)
* Wakeful night rate includes 20% uplift
* 26 days pro‑rata holiday + bank holidays
* Pension scheme
* Sick pay
* Every other weekend off
* Colleague referral £250 per referral
* Free counselling service (Time for Talking)
* Health Cash Plan
* Savings Scheme
* Electric Vehicle Lease Schemes
* Cycle to work scheme
* Eyecare plan
* Give As You Earn charity donation scheme
* Gym and shopping discounts
* Training and progression opportunities including QCF Level 3 training to qualify as a Care Worker
How to apply
If you’re ready to be a Difference Maker, apply now with your CV and contact details. We review applications continuously and may close this vacancy early if we find the right candidate. For support with your application or to discuss adjustments during the process, contact 0300 373 5262 and quote job number 509426.
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