Employment Support Worker

Are you passionate about supporting individuals with learning and physical disabilities to reach their full potential? Do you thrive in a creative, supportive, and dynamic environment? If so, we'd love to hear from you!

We're looking for a motivated and resilient Employment Support Worker to join our Disability Employment Mentoring Support Service. This is a rewarding role where you'll help individuals develop the skills they need to move closer to voluntary or paid employment.

What We're Looking For :
You'll bring a positive, adaptable approach with the creativity to support individuals in achieving their goals. You'll understand that behaviour can be a form of communication and respond with empathy and calm. Resilience is key-you'll remain supportive and composed through both the rewarding and challenging moments of the role.

What We Offer :
• A full induction programme and access to specialist training, including BASE (British Association for Supported Employment).
• Opportunities to develop professionally and make a real impact in people's lives.
• A supportive team environment where your ideas and initiative are valued.

Due to the nature of the work, the post is subject to a satisfactory disclosure check from the Disclosure and Barring Service.
If you're looking for a rewarding and fulfilling career and would like to know more, give us a call for an informal chat.

Manager details for informal discussion:

Craig Bond, Team Manager

( Craig.bond@conwy.gov.uk / 01492 575063 )

Welsh Language Skills: The ability to communicate in Welsh is essential 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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Learn more about our recruitment process by visiting our Recruitment Process Page

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.

Mae'r ffurflen hon ar gael yn Gymraeg hefyd.