Day Service Assistant - Day Opportunities

Experience is welcome, but not needed; we believe it is who you are as a person and the difference you can make that is important. Whether you are new to the role or have supported family or friends previously we want to hear from you; all we ask is that you have a passion to make positive changes to people's lives.
Generous annual leave entitlement
Enrolment into the excellent local government pension scheme
Fully funded and supported qualifications - QCF Level 2 and above Health and Social Care (if not already achieved)
Comprehensive training programme with learning and development opportunities for career progression
Employee Assistance programme offering free access to employees 24 hours /7 / 365days a year for counselling, advice and support specialists for a range of issues as well as health & wellbeing support.
Multiple staff reward schemes offering a range of discounts on-line or in the high street, nationwide and locally.
Access to the Car Benefit Scheme which offers a brand-new lease car, insurance, road tax, replacement tyres, MOT servicing and routine maintenance and breakdown cover for one monthly payment, as well as the Cycle to Work Scheme.
Free Welsh language lessons.
Your key responsibilities will include: -
Providing person centred support tailored to individual needs, recognising strengths, capabilities and desired outcomes. Encouraging people to make informed choices recognising what matters to them in their lives.
Providing support to promote independence as identified in individuals care and support plans which may include community access, skills teaching and development, assistance with medication and personal hygiene.
To work as part of a team alongside social workers, therapists, and health colleagues to meet identified outcomes.
Participating in supervision sessions and career development opportunities as agreed with your manager and actively engage in training in order to maintain your own professional development
To be aware of your responsibilities safeguarding individuals at risk and report any concerns which may place the individual, you, or others at risk.
While these positions will primarily be based at Bridgend Resource Centre they remain part of the wider day service team and will be expected to work from any of the community hubs as and when required.
This will also include starting shift at various destinations on occasions to support the 'In House' transport service provided.
Further to working out of the BCBC sites the staff team may also be required to work as outreach support in the community.

The ability to greet customers through the medium of Welsh is a requirement for this post.

Protecting children, young people or adults at risk is a core responsibility of all council employees.

An Enhanced Children and Adults Barred list criminal records check by the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) is a requirement for this post.

Closing Date: 09 April 2025

Shortlisting Date: 10 April 2025

Interview Date: 14 April 2025

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