Support Worker (Relief) - 508947

*A full UK manual driving licence is essential for this role, as driving mobility vehicles is a key requirement to support those in our care.

This truly is an exciting opportunity for you to develop both personally and with your career.
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?  

As Support Worker (Relief) you will be working with incredible individuals to support with day to day independence, enhance their various skills and support them with daily activities as well as providing emotional support

The individuals we support have different personalities with different likes and hobbies. You could be joining the people we support in going on long walks in the countryside, dancing to music, watching films, and going out and about in the community or to visit loved ones. By being part of this team, you would play an influential role in enabling the people we support to lead fulfilling and independent lives and see first-hand how you make a difference to them.

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 and access to a car 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
What skills and experience do you need? 

A background of working with people with physical or mental health needs is desired, but not necessary as full training and support from senior staff and management is provided.  Some of our services support individuals with PBS Plans, so a knowledge of this would be beneficial. 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 £12.15
Sleep in rate - £64.62
Wakeful night rate - £12.5 + 20%
Night rate of 1.5 x hourly rate.   
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 Bobl hats!   
Training and progression opportunities – including QCF Level 3 training to qualify you as a Care Worker.  
Our Commitment to FREDIE

Pobl Group is guided by the principles of Fairness, Respect, Equality, Diversity, Inclusion, and Engagement (FREDIE). Whatever your background, you’ll have equal opportunities at Pobl. We welcome your application.

How to Apply

If you’re ready to be a Difference Maker, apply now with your CV and contact details.

We review applications continuously and may close this vacancy early if we find the right candidate. Don’t miss the chance—start your journey with Pobl today!

If you would like any support with your application or wish to discuss any adjustments you may require during the application process, please contact 0300 3735262 and quote the job number 508947.