Job Description

About us

We are expanding and looking for enthusiastic and caring individuals who are registered with Social Care Wales to make a difference in young people's lives. We aim to work with individuals who want to support young people in developing their lives by creating opportunities with prospects and growing into confident, responsible young adults. We work around a family-friendly shift rota, well above average wages, company benefits, and pension scheme options.

We are a forward-thinking organisation in Ely, Cardiff, developing staff and young people. We offer full training, DBS, career development, and opportunities to become qualified in counselling and therapy. The role is shared over a seven-day shift system incorporating a work and family balance. The annual salary is based on 37.5 hours per week, plus a bonus structure for any permanent staff members.

Support Worker - Children's Residential Home

Responsibilities:

As a Support Worker at our children's care home in Cardiff, you will play a crucial role in supporting children and young people with additional and complex needs, including Profound and Multiple Learning Disabilities (PMLD), Moderate to Severe Learning Difficulties (MLD/SLD), Autism Spectrum Conditions, and Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.

You will be part of a nurturing, child-focused team committed to delivering high-quality, person-centred care. Your responsibilities will include:

Providing consistent, safe, and supportive care in line with each young person's individual care plan Supporting children and young people in all aspects of daily life, including personal care, meals, and routines Encouraging and promoting independence and the development of life skills Building trusting, therapeutic relationships with children and young people to help them feel safe and valued Supporting children to attend appointments, activities, and social outings Contributing to a structured and predictable environment using trauma-informed and communication-focused approaches Accurately recording care, progress, and incidents using electronic systems Supporting the safeguarding, health, and emotional wellbeing of the young people at all times

What we offer:

Competitive pay rates Enhanced payments for sleep-in shifts Clear pathways for career progression and opportunities to gain recognised qualifications Paid, ongoing training tailored to the needs of our children Generous annual leave allowance A warm, supportive team and a rewarding working environment
If this sounds like something you would enjoy, please don't hesitate to apply

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Additional pay:

Yearly bonus
Benefits:

Casual dress Company pension Free parking On-site parking Referral programme
Schedule:

10 hour shift 12 hour shift 8 hour shift Day shift Night shift Overtime Weekend availability
Experience:

1 year
Licence/Certification:

NVQ Level 3 Health & Social Care (working toward) Driving Licence (required)
Work Location: In person

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 13.00-14.00 per hour

Expected hours: 37.5 per week

Additional pay:

Yearly bonus
Benefits:

Casual dress Company pension Free parking On-site parking Referral programme
Schedule:

10 hour shift 12 hour shift 8 hour shift Day shift Night shift Overtime Weekend availability
Experience:

support work: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:

Driving Licence (required) NVQ Level 3 Health & Social Care (preferred)
Work Location: In person