Support Worker, Cardiff

Support Worker £8.72-£10.00 Permanent Full Time Job Summary We are recruiting a Support Worker on behalf of one of our clients within the Cardiff Area. Our client is an innovative, rapidly expanding organisation that provides specialist care, education and treatment for individuals with complex and enduring mental health needs or learning disabilities and other specialist care needs. A successful candidate will have a patient and caring nature and be passionate about delivering caring excellence. Working within a dedicated team within a designated home, you will normally work 38.5 hours per week with flexible shifts which will include days, evenings, nights, weekends and bank holidays. Benefits * A salary of £8.72 ? £10.00 dependent on experience and qualifications * Opportunities to access overtime bonuses * 21 days? annual leave, plus 8 bank holidays * Career succession planning * Extensive training * Free uniform * Overtime bonus Job Role Our successful candidates will:- * Be part of a dedicated team aiming to improve the lives, self-esteem and independence of all the people within their care. * Support individuals with complex and enduring mental health or learning disabilities * Work within a specialist care home environment Education, Skills and qualifications In order to be considered for the position, our support workers will:- * Have excellent communication skills * Demonstrate enthusiasm and an innovative approach to enriching the lives of others * Have a desire to learn * Agree to undertake an enhanced DBS check * Have the ability to work well with others * Be compassionate and understanding Although experience of working in a similar role within the care sector is desirable, it is not essential as we are looking for people with life experience in general. Flexible shift patterns, normally 38.5 hours per week. Overtime is encouraged and can be made available upon request