Support Worker in Cardiff inCardiff PUBLISHED SUN 26 OCT 2025 Jump to job information section
PERMANENT CEREBRAL PALSY GYM WEEKEND
Active Care Group rLiQq9OoK
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Support Worker Job details Posting date: 26 October 2025 Salary: Not specified Additional salary information: £15.00 - £16.15/hr Hours: Full time Closing date: 25 November 2025 Location: Cardiff, Wales, Company: Active Care Group Job type: Permanent Job reference: Activecare_86556 Apply for this job Summary Westcountry Case Management - Maximising potential for over 20 years! Please note as we do not hold a valid company sponsorship licence, we cannot consider applications from candidates requiring a Certificate of Sponsorship. We have a great opportunity for a Female Support Worker to join our team and to support our client, a lady in her thirties with a diagnosis of cerebral palsy in her own home and in Lisvane, Cardiff area. This Client lives with her husband, cat and dog and likes to live a full and active lifestyle. Your role will involve all personal & domestic care, as well as supporting her to attend and participate in a wide range of different activities, including attending the gym / boxing as well as supporting her to care for her cat and dog. The client has a strong interest in art and completes head painting and runs regular market stalls, you would be assisting with these activities. Previous experience of supporting people and a full driving licence are essential. You must be registered with OR able to register with Social Care Wales You must hold a recognised Health and Social Care qualification (NVQ Level 2 or a Diploma) OR have completed the All-Wales Induction Framework OR be willing to complete this within 6 months of starting if successful. Competent IT skills are desirable. What you'll be working: Hours week 1 24 hours (day and night) Hours week 2 28 hours (over two days) Salary: £15.00 per hour weekdays £16.15 per hour weekends £13.16 per hour Weekday night / Sleep rate £13.70 per hour Weekend night / Sleep rate Bank holidays time and a half. This position requires a fully enhanced disclosure request from the DBS. You will also be required to register with the DBS Update Service. Previous applicants need not apply. Female applicants only due to the nature of personal care required. Please note we reserve the right to interview and appoint earlier than the stated closing date, should there be a good response to the advert. Westcountry Case Management Ltd This post is compliant with Paragraph 1, Schedule 9 of the Equality Act 2relating to Occupational Requirements. We are an award winning CIW registered business who help our clients recruit their own support workers. You will be employed directly by the client; however, Westcountry Case Management oversee all aspects of the clients support package on her behalf. Westcountry Case Management is committed to safeguarding and protecting all children, young people and adults at risk of harm and abuse who we work with by implementing a robust safeguarding policy including safer recruitment practices and expects all staff to share this commitment. There is a designated safeguarding person for the organisation. As we do not hold a valid company sponsorship licence, we cannot consider applications from non-UK nationals.
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To work as a Support Worker in the UK, you'll need a combination of personal qualities and specific skills. Here are some key skills and attributes that are typically important for this role:
1. Communication Skills: Ability to listen actively and communicate clearly with clients, their families, and other professionals.
2. Empathy and Compassion: Understanding the emotional needs of clients and demonstrating compassion and care is crucial.
3. Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to assess situations and come up with practical solutions to meet the needs of clients.
4. Patience and Resilience: Working with clients who may have challenging behaviors or emotional needs requires a lot of patience and the ability to remain calm under pressure.
5. Interpersonal Skills: Building rapport and maintaining professional relationships with clients and colleagues.
6. Organizational Skills: Manage your time effectively and keep track of multiple responsibilities and tasks.
7. Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with other professionals such as social workers, health care providers, and therapists.
8. Flexibility and Adaptability: Clients' needs can change rapidly, so it’s important to adapt to new situations.
9. Knowledge of Safeguarding: Understanding policies and practices around safeguarding vulnerable individuals is essential for ensuring their safety.
10. Cultural Awareness: Being sensitive to the diverse backgrounds and needs of clients and providing appropriate support.
11. Basic IT Skills: Familiarity with using computers and electronic health records, as well as communication tools.
12. First Aid and Health Care Knowledge: While not always required, having basic first aid skills can be beneficial, and understanding health conditions related to your client group is important.
While formal qualifications are not always necessary, having relevant training or a vocational qualification in health and social care can be advantageous. Additionally, specific roles may require knowledge or experience in particular areas, such as mental health, learning disabilities, or physical disabilities.
It's also essential to undergo a background check (DBS check) as working with vulnerable individuals often requires safeguarding compliance.

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