Work base: Canolfan Marl & Canolfan Riviere
You will be Supporting Individuals with learning and physical disabilities to have choice, control and to support then to have their voice heard and support them to develop skills towards their longer term future.
You will be able to plan and implement imaginative activities that will also help them to develop skills.
You will need to have an understanding that some people communicate their feelings with behaviours. We are looking for those with a ‘can do’ and can adapt their skills to suit.
You will be working as part of a team in our Day Servicers and in the community. You would need to be able to motivate and support people to take part in a wide range of special interests and activities that support their health and wellbeing such as; walks, quizzes, IT skills, swimming, baking, cooking, photography and crafts to name a few.
Other duties may include assisting individuals who are unable to fully attend to their own personal care needs this may include manual handling.
As a Day Service support worker you would need to demonstrate an ability to be creative and open minded as you assist people towards achieving their goals, whilst also helping the team to provide a safe, caring and learning experience for so that they have the best quality of life possible.
Resilience is a must in our care sector. We all have our good and bad days and the ability to remain calm and supportive is a must.
There may be a requirement to work some unsociable hours such as weekends and evenings but we will work with you so you have a home / work life balance.
You will undertake an induction program and will be able to attend specialist training to give you all of the skills that will help you to give those that you are working with the best opportunities to fulfil their lives.
The ability to communicate and converse in English is desirable.
Appointment to this post will be subject to 2 satisfactory references and a DBS check.
This role offers flexible working options for a work life balance. This can include adjusting your working day and hybrid working, ie a balance of office and home working.
Manager details for informal discussion:
Helen Jones, Team Manager
(helen.jones7@conwy.gov.uk / 01492 575631)
Welsh Language Skills: The ability to communicate in Welsh is desirable for this post. We are committed to our Welsh language and are proud of our Welsh culture. We welcome applications in both Welsh and English and application forms received in either language will not be treated less favourably than each other. We’re passionate about supporting and encouraging you to use your Cymraeg whatever your level. We offer free classes at all levels, in-person and on-line to support you.
Conwy is committed to safeguarding. Qualifications and references will be verified.
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We’re committed to developing a diverse workforce and inclusive teams that embrace a wide range of voices, experiences, perspectives and backgrounds. Creating a workplace that is welcoming and where everyone feels they belong ensures we can deliver great services.
We welcome and encourage applicants from all backgrounds and experiences.
We are a Disability Confident Employer. If you have declared a disability in your application, we guarantee an interview if you evidence that you meet the essential criteria of the job in your application (requirements marked with an ‘E’ on the Person Specification).
We are happy to provide reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process (and in employment) where possible. We encourage you to request adjustments. To do this please contact the manager named above to discuss your needs and potential support. There are options to apply via different formats, please contact the HR Team on 01492 576129 to discuss how we can support you. These requests will not put you at any disadvantage. Need some support with your application? We've got tips, guidance and support services to help you through it.
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