Support Worker. Location – Rosendale, Lydstep.

Support Worker.

Location – Rosendale, Lydstep.

Salary – £11.25 to £11.80 per hour.

Part time hours - full time hours available 

Do you want a rewarding role with an excellent work-life balance? Do you want to work as part of a team that really cares? Do you want to make a significant difference to the lives of others? If so – this is the job for you!

Orbis Education & Care provides specialist care and education services for children and adults with complex needs that are associated with autism. We know that when you support people as a whole, they can be the very best and happiest version of themselves every day. We take a person-centred approach to everything we do; focusing on personal strengths, interests, and aspirations to empower children to enjoy a life that is active, socially valued and fulfilling. 

Located in Lydstep, with views of the sea and the rolling Pembrokeshire hills, Rosendale offers a calm, supportive and homely living environment for up to six adults from the age of 18.

In the main house are four en-suite bedrooms, a large lounge, a teaching area and a kitchen/dining area. In additional to this is a 2-bed self-contained flat.

  A typical day will include: 

• Providing high quality bespoke care to the people we support, including keeping accurate records.
• Ensuring their physical and emotional needs are met through a supportive and caring environment, and that it feels like home.
• Being a positive role model to the people we support and promoting their independence through a range of activities.
• General housekeeping duties, including meal preparation and elements of personal care.
• Having fun with the people we support!

Sound good so far? We are simply looking for people who care, and have:

• A can-do attitude and resilient nature.
• Compassion and empathy.
• Good communication skills.
• The ability to work flexibly and reliably as part of a team.
• Previous care experience is preferred but not essential.

 In return, we offer: 

• A fully paid Induction Training Programme, DBS and Social Care Wales Registration.
• Free uniform.
• Paid training for nationally recognised Health and Social Care Qualifications.
• Enrolment in a Company Pension Scheme: 3% employer/ 5%employee
• Career progression opportunities – we have an excellent track record of internal promotions!
• Eligibility for a “Blue Light Card” for additional discounts at a range of retailers.
• Enhanced maternity/paternity pay after 12 months of employment.
• ‘Refer a friend’ scheme – earn up to £1000 per Support Worker or Learning Support Assistant you refer to work for us.
• Competitive annual leave allowance. 
• Loyalty Bonus.
• £25 Xmas Voucher.
• Life Assurance – after probation.
• Medicash Health Plan – after probation.
• Employee Assistance Scheme, including confidential Counselling and Support Sessions and access to Salary Financing Services.

At Orbis Education and Care we pride ourselves on our diverse workforce, and ensuring we have an inclusive environment for all our staff. We remain committed to ensuring our teams can bring their true selves to work without risk or fear of discrimination.