Overview
ROLE: Support Worker
LOCATION: Merthyr Tydfil, CF47
SALARY: £13.20 - £13.90 per hour
HOURS: 35 hours a week
Driving licence: Full UK Driving Licence Required
Please Note: This position requires a Male Support Worker over the age of 18 due to a genuine occupational requirement for the people we support. This makes the role exempt from gender discrimination under the Equality Act 2010.
About The Jays / Keys Group
The Jays is a brand-new service, which will be opening in 2025. At The Jays we provide accommodation and support for up to 7 adults with Autism, Mental Health Needs, Learning Disabilities and Acquired Brain Injuries. Keys Group supports over 2,500 individuals across England and Wales through its divisions: Accomplish, Keys, and Peak. Keys Group is committed to veteran-friendly policies and offers a Veterans Peer Support Network. A guaranteed interview is available to current and former service personnel who meet the criteria for the role.
Responsibilities
* Involved in the day-to-day support and routine of the people within the service.
* Promoting independence while helping residents live a fulfilling life.
* Supporting and encouraging the development of personal skills through hobbies and interests.
* Maintaining and assisting with health care needs, including accompanying residents to routine appointments or administering medication.
* Teaching life skills such as budgeting, paying bills, and shopping.
* Assisting with personal care as required.
* Assisting with domestic tasks including cleaning and cooking.
* Providing guidance and encouragement through physical and emotional support.
Requirements & Experience
* Experience within the care sector is not required as full training, coaching and development is provided.
* A Full UK Driving Licence is required (as noted in the overview).
Benefits & Additional Information
* Annual Leave: 5.6 weeks inclusive of 8 public holidays.
* DBS Check Paid: Enhanced DBS check covered by Keys Group, including renewals.
* Qualifications & Career Development: QCF qualifications and professional growth opportunities.
* Circle: Wellbeing, engagement and discounts including counselling and savings on purchases.
* Amazing Discount Scheme: Discounts at high street retailers, entertainment, holidays, and more (Blue Light card for Health and Social Care employees).
* NEST Pension Scheme: Employer contribution up to 3%.
* Fair & Competitive Pay: Real Living Wage employer with enhanced pay scales.
* £500 Referral Bonus: Refer a candidate who joins and completes probation.
* Full Induction & Introductory Programme: Paid onboarding to set you up for success.
Note: Due to the vulnerable nature of the people supported, all applicants must be over 18.
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