Orbis Education and Care
Support Worker
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Support Worker - Blaen Y Waun, Carmarthenshire
Full Time – 39 hours per week plus sleep-ins
£13.45 - £13.75 per hour dependent on experience and qualifications (plus £57 per sleep-in)
Driver Essential
Do you want a career where you can make a real difference every single day?
At Blaen Y Waun, we are looking for caring, resilient, and motivated Support Workers to join our team and help transform the lives of adults who require specialist support.
As part of Orbis Education and Care, Priority Childcare provides specialist support to adults who may have experienced trauma, face mental health challenges, have learning disabilities, or require additional support to live independently. At Blaen Y Waun, you'll be part of a nurturing and welcoming team dedicated to helping the people we support feel safe, valued, and empowered to achieve their goals.
"I love living at Blaen Y Waun. The staff here help me with everything I need and make me feel safe. We get to go on holidays and do lots of activities together. I've had opportunities to try things I never thought possible, and I'm looking forward to many more experiences in the future." – Person we support
A Day in the Life of a Support Worker at Blaen Y Waun
- Supporting adults with their emotional, social, and physical needs in a safe, caring environment.
- Acting as a positive role model, encouraging independence, confidence, and personal development.
- Supporting with social, leisure, educational, and community-based activities.
- Tailoring support to meet individual needs, preferences, and person-centred support plans.
- Recording progress, activities, and any incidents clearly and accurately.
- Helping with everyday tasks such as meal preparation, household duties, and developing independent living skills.
- Supporting at Ty Canol, the second home of Blaen Y Waun, located just a few minutes away.
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"Before joining Blaen Y Waun & Ty Canol, I worked in retail for 10 years. Making the move into care took me a long time, but I'm so glad I finally did it. No day is ever the same, and this job has given me real purpose. Both homes have such a warm, supportive environment where everyone wants the best for the people we support. When I started, I didn't have much confidence, but the team really believed in me and helped me grow. I'd encourage anyone to make the jump into care – it's the best decision I've made." – Support Worker, Priority Childcare
What You'll Need as a Support Worker at Blaen Y Waun
- A compassionate, resilient, and caring nature.
- A valid driving licence (essential).
- Flexibility to work shifts, including sleep-ins and weekends.
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Previous care experience is helpful but not essential. Full training is provided.
Please note: This role involves working with vulnerable adults and requires an Enhanced DBS check.
The Benefits
- Support at every step – Employee Assistance Programme, Wellbeing Champions, and Salary Finance Support.
- Blue Light Card – Discounts on over 15,000 UK retailers and businesses.
- Refer a Friend Bonus – Earn up to £1,000.
- Build your career here – Funded QCF qualifications and genuine progression opportunities. 97% of our managers were promoted internally.
- Health Shield Plan – Available after probation.
- Enhanced maternity/paternity benefits – Available after 12 months of continuous service.
- Proud signatory of the JGHR Pledge – Paid time off for cancer screening and appointments.
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