Support Worker in Swansea inSwansea PUBLISHED FRI 10 OCT 2025 Jump to job information section
£12.6 to £12.8 per hour
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Orbis Education & Care Ltd r397D9ei4
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Support Worker Job details Posting date: 10 October 2025 Salary: £12.6 to £12.8 per hour Hours: Full time Closing date: 09 November 2025 Location: Swansea, Wales, SA4 8NJ Company: Orbis Education & Care Ltd Job type: Permanent Job reference: 58148253 Apply for this job Summary About The Role Support Worker Salary - £12.60 to £12.80 per hour dependent on qualifications and experience Full and part time hours available Make a Difference Every Day – Become a Support Worker at Cartref Mynydd Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of adults with complex needs associated with Autism? Ready to take your next big step into a support role that truly matters? At Orbis Education and Care, we’re offering an incredible opportunity to join our established and respected residential service at Cartref Mynydd as a Support Worker. Whether you’re experienced in care or just starting your journey, we’ll give you the training, guidance, and support you need to succeed and grow in a rewarding career where your work truly matters. What You’ll Be Doing As a Support Worker, the people we support are at the heart of everything we do. You’ll work closely with each individual, getting to know their needs, goals, and preferences, so you can provide truly personalised support—helping them live active, fulfilling, and valued lives every day. - Ensuring their physical and emotional needs are met through a supportive and caring environment. - Providing support during recreational activities, outings and community integration. - Promoting independence, self-esteem, confidence and celebrating their achievements and milestones. - Keeping accurate records of all activities, progress, and incidents should they arise. - General housekeeping duties, including meal preparation. We’re looking for someone with heart, drive and a true commitment to supporting others. You’ll need: - A compassionate and caring nature, with a genuine desire to make a positive impact. - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships. - Resilience and patience when faced with challenges, adapting to individual needs. - A willingness to learn and follow guidance from the team. - Basic IT skills for record keeping and communication purposes. - Flexibility to work on a shift basis, including weekends and occasional night shifts. - A driving licence is essential. Please note: This role involves regulated activity with adults and will require an enhanced DBS with barred list check. We don’t just support our individuals we, support you too. When you join Orbis, you’ll benefit from: - Fully paid induction and ongoing training - Career progression pathway to Home Manager - Cashback Health Shield Plan (after probation) - Paid time off for cancer screening and travel - 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) - Blue Light Card for national discounts - Death in Service benefit – 2x salary About Cartref Mynydd & Orbis Education and Care Cartref Mynydd is one of our well-established residential services, providing specialist care to adults with complex needs associated with autism. At Orbis, our mission is simple: to help every individual live their happiest, most independent life. We believe in leadership that’s compassionate, inclusive, and driven by values—and we want you to be part of that journey. Ready to make a difference? If you're ready to take your career to the next level, we’d love to hear from you. Click ‘Apply’ to send us your CV today. Orbis Education and Care is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive, supportive workplace for everyone. Orbis Education and Care is committed to protecting the privacy and security of your personal data. By applying, you understand that the personal data collected about you as part of our application and registration process will be used in accordance with our Applicant Privacy Notice. Full details on how we collect and process your data and your rights can be viewed here: https://jobsincare.com/job/jdwpdwKMdiYD INDMIX
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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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