Job Description

We are recruiting a team of passionate and committed Support Workers to join our Supported Living Service in Caerleon, Newport. You will be supporting 3 remarkable individuals with Learning and Physical Disabilities. We have a 25 hour waking night position available. Due to the specific needs of the individuals we support [and current legal guidance], this role is only open to applicants who are biologically female 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 brand new service is home of individuals with Physical and Learning Disabilities. You will be working with these 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 service promotes the importance of the "do with and not do for" approach and has had a very positive impact on these incredible individuals.


The individuals we support have different personalities with different likes and hobbies. You could be joining the people we support in going out and about in the community and provide them with new life experiences. 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:


Provide personal care, medication administration, and support for individual needs. Assist with daily living skills, including cooking, cleaning, laundry, budgeting, and maintaining a healthy diet. Support individuals in accessing the community, attending appointments, and maintaining relationships. Encourage participation in hobbies, social activities, and skill-building to promote independence and wellbeing. Offer companionship and communication support, including speech development for one individual. Work collaboratively within a team, complete required documentation accurately, and contribute new ideas

What skills and experience do you need?

Experience working with people or customers Experience working as part of a team Literacy and numeracy skills IT skills
Experience working with vulnerable individuals, particularly those with mental health needs or learning disabilities, is desirable but not essential. We provide full training and ongoing development to support your success in the role.

What are the pay and benefits?

Competitive salary of 24,531.00 FTE (12.75 per hour) Sleep-in rate: 62.64 per 8 hour shift Waking night rate: 20% Enhancement from 11pm to 7am Enhanced DBS which we will pay for 26 days (pro rata) holiday entitlement plus Bank holidays, rising to 27 days after 1 years' service or cash equivalent of 1 days' annual leave Pension scheme. Sick Pay, rising with length of service up to 6 months full pay after 4 years Bespoke learning pathway with the support from an experienced Learning and Development team Wellbeing and psychological support and access to the Time for Talk counselling service Colleague Discount platform + Blue Light Card Eligibility giving discounts at 15,000 brands

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.

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 509552.