Support Worker (Profound Learning Disabilities & Autism) (Relief)

As part of our not-for-profit organisation, whatever your role, you’ll play a unique part in making a remarkable difference to the lives of thousands of people in communities across Wales.How to applyFound a vacancy you are interested in? The next step is to create an account to apply. It’s easy to set up and you can keep tabs on positions you’ve applied for, as well as track your progress.Once you’re registered, you’ll be able to apply and upload your CV easily to any vacancy. Click on the link below to sign in if you’ve already registered.We have an exciting opportunity within our supported living service in Risca.We are looking for experienced Support Workers to provide support and enable 2 incredible individuals with Learning Disabilities and Autism.This is a flexible, relief position.If you would like the opportunity to work with some truly amazing people please read on…..OverviewWho 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?
In this service you will work with young adults with Autism who can display behaviours that challenge. You will support this individual to manage and learn new skills using a person centred approached to increase their independence throughout life. We pride ourselves on supporting any individual to better their life skills, community presence and any other support they may require.Shifts include days, evenings, weekends, sleep ins and waking night shifts.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.Daily Duties include:Work with a team of colleagues to provide the best service to the individual’s we support which is truly aspirational and person centred.Work to a Positive Behavioural Support Plan and personal plan to ensure effective implementation through review in conjunction with the MDT and or PBS lead.Closely working with a multidisciplinary team and family members.Actively encouraging the individuals to be part of the community.You will be required to support and develop people’s skill base around daily living tasks such as cooking, domestic, finances and medication administration.You will provide support in the community with shopping, appointments , educational and leisure activities.Support with personal care as outlined in their personal care plan.Review risk assessments and support plans alongside your team manager and have a natural desire to help individuals to achieve outcomes.Working with a large staff team and being to use your own initiative.What skills and experience do you need? Experience working in an environment that requires Positive Behavioural Support is essential for this role.A full driving licence is essential for this role and staff must be able to drive a manual vehicle.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.**DUE TO THE INDIVIDUALS WE SUPPORT, A FULL UK MANUAL LICENCE IS REQUIRED FOR THIS ROLE** What are the pay and benefits? £12.75 per hourEnhanced rate for night shifts Sick Pay Every other weekend offTime for Talking – a free counselling service Health Cash Plan Savings Scheme Electric Vehicle Lease Schemes Cycle to work scheme 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. FREDIEAt 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.
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