About Us
At Gofal Cymru Care, we are dedicated to providing exceptional support and care services across Cardiff and the Vale. Our mission is to enhance the quality of life for individuals in our care by offering compassionate, person-centered care. With a team of highly trained and dedicated professionals, we strive to create a supportive and nurturing environment where every individual can thrive. Our commitment to excellence and our passion for making a positive difference in people’s lives are at the heart of everything we do.
Based in one of our small residential homes in Cardiff we are looking for support worker to join our team, making a real difference to the lives of those we support, helping them to learn new skills and enjoy new experiences.
We use Active Support methods and a can do attitude to help teenagers and adults with learning disabilities and mental health needs to meet their personal goals and achieve their full potential.
As well as helping with personal care as necessary (washing, dressing, toileting, etc) you will be supporting our residents to carry out activities both in and outside of the home, teaching them basic skills at home and encouraging them to participate in social, community and educational opportunities in line with their interests and abilities.
We pride ourselves in looking after the physical, emotional, cultural and social needs of those we support using a person centred approach, promoting their choice, independence and dignity.
The Role:
Located in one of our eight small (maximum six bed) homes across Cardiff and Barry we offer full or part time hours which cover evenings, weekends, bank holidays, wake-in and sleep-in duties.
We specialise in supporting children and adults with learning disabilities, autistic spectrum disorder, acquired brain injury and mental health issues. We provide person centred care and support aimed at improving the quality of life for individuals.
What we are looking for:
Experience is helpful, but not essential as full training is provided. Above all we are looking for people who share our values, who are caring, empathetic, compassionate, good team players with a willingness to learn.
Successful candidates will have an interest in helping those with mental health needs and complex learning disabilities to live with less restriction and greater independence They will be energetic and enthusiastic, with a desire to make a difference and enrich the lives of others.
Day to day tasks:
To support individuals going about their daily lives, providing personal care where necessary and promoting their independence, enabling them to achieve their goals.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assisting individuals where necessary with personal care needs, including washing / bathing, toileting needs, dressing and undressing, mobility and transport, etc.
- Helping the individuals in our care to make their own choices and supporting them to carry out activities within and outside of the home, e.g. cooking, cleaning, shopping, going to the gym, days out, social and leisure activities.
- Acting as an advocate promoting individuals’ wellbeing, safety and quality of life.
- Cleaning duties as part of the team, undertaking any general domestic chores, or supporting individuals to carry out such duties.
- Helping with menu planning, shopping and cooking for the home.
- Administering medication to individuals following appropriate training and in line with company procedures.
- Carrying out health & safety checks as necessary.
- Following care and management guidelines and working in line with company policies and procedures.
- Completing documentation and keeping records in accordance with company policy.
- Other reasonable tasks as required which fall within the grade of the job.
Selection Criteria:
Essential:
- Ability to speak and understand English
- Good Numeracy and literacy skills
- Physically fit to meet demands of post
- Be a minimum of 21 years old to work in our children's homes
- Prepared to learn
Desirable:
- Care experience with young people, particularly those with learning disabilities
- Valid driver's license and driving experience
- Have obtained relevant QCF qualifications
- Knowledge in the field of learning disabilities or mental health.
- Full Driving licence
What we offer:
- Full induction package and ongoing training leading to QCF qualifications.
- Contributory Pension Scheme
- 28 days holiday (pro rata if part time, includes bank holidays) with an annual increase after 2 years service to a maximum of 33 days per annum.
- Salary from £23,795 per annum (based on full time 40 hr week)
- BUPA Healthcare scheme (Private Medical Insurance)
- Refer a friend scheme
- Opportunities to develop
This position is subject to an enhanced DBS Disclosure which will be completed upon successful application.
Please note: Due to the high volume of applications, if you do not hear from us within two weeks, please note that you will not be proceeding to the next stage of the recruitment process.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent
Pay: From £12.21 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Discounted or free food
- Private medical insurance
- Referral programme
Physical Setting:
- Residential home
Shift:
- 12 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Night shift
Application question(s):
- Do you require a work permit / visa to work in the United Kingdom?
- Please state your preferred working hours.
Experience:
- Metal Health / Learning Disabilities: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: SW020625
