Job Description

Package Description ::

Job Role:

Senior Support Worker

Location:

Merthyr Tydfil, CF47

Salary:

14.40 - 15.00per hour

Contract Type:

Full-time, Permanent

Hours:

35 hours per week

Full UK Driving license is essential.

About The Jays:

The Jays is a Brand-new service, which will be opening in 2025. At The Jays we provide accommodation and support for up to 7 adults with

Autism, Mental Health Needs, Learning Disabilities and Acquired Brain Injuries.

We believe in the potential of each person we support, and we enable them to work towards their goals, live more independently and take control of their lives. We listen and understand what each person would like to achieve in life. We then work closely with them, their family, circle of support and other professionals to define goals and how we can work together to achieve them.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide leadership and guidance to a team of Support Workers, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, person-centered care to adults in supported living environments. Promote independence, dignity, and well-being for individuals with a variety of care needs. Support individuals with daily tasks such as personal care, household duties, budgeting, and accessing community activities. Assist with the development and implementation of individual care plans. Liaise with external agencies and professionals to ensure individuals receive the best possible care. Take part in team meetings, supervision sessions, and provide coaching and mentoring to Support Workers.

Key Requirements:

Minimum of

1-2 years' experience as a Support Worker

in an adult care setting. A

Full UK driving license

and

access to a vehicle

is essential, as travel between locations is required. Excellent communication skills and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. A compassionate, patient, and empathetic approach to working with vulnerable adults. Experience in supervising or leading a team.

Why join us:

Annual Leave -

Enjoy 5.6 weeks of annual leave inclusive of 8 public holidays.

DBS Check Paid -

Your Enhanced DBS check, is fully covered by Keys Group, along with any required renewals.

Qualifications & Career Development -

Unlock your potential with our support! We offer a variety of QCF qualifications, providing opportunities for professional growth and opening doors to further career advancement.

Circle -

Your hub for wellbeing, engagement and discounts. From tailored exercise advice and healthy eating tips to counselling and savings on everyday purchases, Circle has you covered.

Amazing Discount Scheme

- at High Street retailers, days out, gifts, holidays and even when buying a car, available via a Blue Light card that you will have access to as a Health and Social Care Employee

NEST Pension Scheme -

Save for your retirement with a matched contribution of up to 3% from Keys Group.

Fair & Competitive Pay -

At Keys Group, we pride ourselves on fair and competitive pay. As a Real Living Wage Employer, we ensure fair pay for all, with enhanced pay scales that transparently recognise your qualifications and experience.

500 Referral Bonus -

Refer talented individuals to Keys Group and split a 500 bonus when they successfully join and complete their probation.

Full Induction & Introductory Programme -

Begin your journey with a paid-for comprehensive onboarding to set you up for success.

About Keys Group:

Keys Group supports over 2,500 individuals across England and Wales through its three divisions: Accomplish, providing specialist residential, supported living, and accommodation for adults with learning disabilities, autism, mental health needs, and brain injuries; Keys, offering education and care for children and families through schools, children's homes, supported accommodation, and family assessment centres; and Peak, delivering indoor and outdoor adventure activities across four UK centres, including bespoke education programs and confidence-building activities like bushcraft, climbing, and canoeing.


Keys Group are very proud to have signed the Armed Forces Covenant that means we have made a commitment to welcoming service personnel, veterans and military families into the group. We are delighted to have veteran friendly policies, offer a Veterans Peer Support Network within our teams and are able to offer Military Awareness and support to our colleagues.


As part of our commitment, we will offer a guaranteed interview to current and former service personnel providing that they meet the criteria of the role that they are applying for. If you feel that you meet the criteria for this, please ensure that you have your military experience detailed on your CV for one of our resourcing team to get in touch.

Apply now and one of our team will be in touch to discuss how you can begin your rewarding career - No agencies please

Please note that due to the vulnerable nature of the people that we support, all applicants must be over the age of 18

*

Dependent on experience and qualification