Job Overview
Want a flexible role with purpose? We're looking for a Support Worker to join our community team covering Pontypridd and the surrounding Valleys, providing personalised 1:1 support to someone in their home and in the community. This is a permanent role offering two weekly sessions; one of 4 hours and one of 2 hours, with the exact schedule to be discussed at interview. Comprehensive training is provided from day one.
Gender requirements
For genuine occupational reasons, we are looking to appoint a female candidate only (exemption under the Equality Act 2010, Part 1, Schedule 9).
What you’ll do
You’ll provide personalised 1:1 support within the home and in the community, helping with everyday tasks, appointments, social activities and community access.
What we’re looking for
* Warm, kind and respectful – you put people at ease
* A good communicator who listens as much as they talk
* Enthusiastic about supporting someone to live life on their own terms
* Knowledge of sensory impairments or learning difficulties is beneficial
* Knowledge of or a qualification in BSL, Makaton or a similar communication method is essential
Essential requirements
* Full UK driving licence with use of your own vehicle
* Business car insurance
* Full job description attached at the bottom of this advert
Benefits
We offer excellent training and development, the opportunity to join our Group Personal Pension scheme and a generous annual leave entitlement.
About Sense
At Sense, we believe every disabled person deserves the opportunity to connect with others and be truly included in the world. We draw on our knowledge and expertise to deliver personalised, creative, and flexible support at every stage of life. We're proud to be a disability confident leader.
Working at Sense can be incredibly rewarding; we offer the opportunity to work in a large, diverse and successful charity where people can develop their skills, knowledge and careers in a supportive and flexible environment.
Equality and Diversity
Sense is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable children and adults, and expects all employees to share this commitment. All offers of employment are therefore subject to an enhanced DBS check, where appropriate. We particularly welcome applications from candidates from underrepresented ethnic minority backgrounds and candidates with disabilities. Sense is committed to equality of opportunity and to celebrating the diversity of our staff, volunteers, and the people we work with. Everyone’s contribution is valued.
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