If you have completed the Introduction to social care course read the advert carefully to ensure you meet the essential criteria to apply for an interview.
We are looking for a patient and caring female* to join our dedicated team of Support Workers in our new Supported Living service in St Thomas, Swansea.
This a permanent 20-hour opportunity.
If you would like the opportunity to work with some truly amazing people please read on….. Who are Pobl Group?
Pobl Group are a proud employer of over 2,300 colleagues providing diverse services and making a difference in communities throughout Wales. Our Care team provides registered care services throughout South Wales at dozens of locations and for a wide range of customers.
Pobl means ‘People’ and people really are at the heart of everything we do. We support some truly amazing people to live positive, independent lives in their own home and help get them where they want to be in life.
What is the role?
This service is the home of one female with learning disabilities. You will be working with her to support with day to day independence, enhance her various skills and support with daily activities as well as providing emotional support.
She enjoys shopping, meals out and other activities. As there is just the one lady in this service, it is a very quiet and relaxed environment.
By being part of this team, you would play an influential role in enabling this incredible individual to lead fulfilling and independent lives and see first-hand how you make a difference to her.
Also, as a Pobl Difference Maker you really are part of something special where you and your opinions matter. We have a culture built on our values to be Positive, Considerate and Connected.
You will be expected to support with daily aspects of living, including:
Medication administration Cooking skills and other household skills Some personal care needs. Accessing the community and supporting to local groups Supporting with individuals’ hobbies and activities such as walking/hiking Being a team player and having good communication skills Completing relevant paperwork to a high standard Supporting individuals to budget finances Providing companionship to the people we support through talking about their interests and wellbeing. Having fun by encouraging the supported individuals to take part in activities that enhance their life skills and promote independence. Take the people we support out and about therefore a full manual driving licence is essential for this role. Encouraging and supporting with cleaning and administrative duties Being able to bring fresh ideas to the team and implement different ways of working. Supporting Individuals with their individual needs We have a 20 hour permanent contract available. You will be required to work a set rota with various shift times, including sleep in shifts.
It is important you are committed and able to commit to the shift patterns in this service.
What skills and experience do you need?
***Due to the needs of the individual in this service this role is for females only***
A FULL UK MANUAL DRIVING LICENCE IS REQUIRED FOR THIS ROLE
A background of working with people with learning, physical or mental health needs is desired, but not necessary as full training and support from senior staff and management is provided. More important are;
A passion to work with and enable people to live as independent a life as possible An enthusiasm and passion for making a difference to people’s lives A strong initiative and ability to work alone as well as being a great team player For full details of the role and skills required please see the Job Description attached.
What are the pay and benefits?
An hourly rate of £11.05 making the annual salary £21,260 (FTE) 26 days (pro rata) holiday entitlement plus Bank holidays Pension scheme Sick Pay Every other weekend off Colleague Referral Scheme (£250 per referral) Time for Talking – a free counselling service Health Cash Plan Savings Scheme Electric Vehicle Lease Schemes Cycle to work scheme Eyecare plan Give as You Earn charity donation scheme Gym and shopping discounts Pobl socks and Pobl Bobl hats! Training and progression opportunities – including QCF Level 3 training to qualify you as a Care Worker. FREDIE
At Pobl Group we are guided, in all that we do, by a group of principles that we call FREDIE, these are: Fairness, Respect, Equality, Diversity, Inclusion, Engagement. This means that whatever your background, you will have an equal opportunity at Pobl Group and we encourage you to apply now.
What do you need to do now?
If you have the skills and experience required to be our next difference maker, please apply now. We will just require an up-to-date CV along with a few contact details so that we can get back in touch with you.
How to apply
View full job description and apply on the employers website
