Nights Support Worker – Teenagers

About Us

At Gofal Cymru Care, we are dedicated to providing exceptional support and care services across Cardiff and the Vale. Our mission is to enhance the quality of life for individuals in our care by offering compassionate, person-centered care. With a team of highly trained and dedicated professionals, we strive to create a supportive and nurturing environment where every individual can thrive. Our commitment to excellence and our passion for making a positive difference in people's lives are at the heart of everything we do.

Based in one of our small residential homes in the Vale of Glamorgan we are looking for support worker to join our nights team, making a real difference to the lives of those we support, helping them to learn new skills and enjoy new experiences.

We use Active Support methods and a can do attitude to help teenagers and adults with learning disabilities and mental health needs to meet their personal goals and achieve their full potential.

As well as helping with personal care as necessary (washing, dressing, toileting, etc) you will be supporting our residents to carry out activities both in and outside of the home, teaching them basic skills at home and encouraging them to participate in social, community and educational opportunities in line with their interests and abilities.

We pride ourselves in looking after the physical, emotional, cultural and social needs of those we support using a person centred approach, promoting their choice, independence and dignity.

The Role:

Based in one of our small residential homes in the Vale of Glamorgan, We offer part-time hours which cover wake-in and sleep-in duties.

We specialise in supporting children and adults with learning disabilities, autistic spectrum disorder, acquired brain injury and mental health issues. We provide person centred care and support aimed at improving the quality of life for individuals.

What we are looking for:

Experience is helpful, but not essential as full training is provided. Above all we are looking for people who share our values, who are caring, empathetic, compassionate, good team players with a willingness to learn.

Successful candidates will have an interest in helping those with mental health needs and complex learning disabilities to live with less restriction and greater independence They will be energetic and enthusiastic, with a desire to make a difference and enrich the lives of others.

Day to day tasks:

To support individuals during the evening , providing personal care where necessary and promoting their independence, enabling them to achieve their goals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assisting individuals where necessary with personal care needs, including washing / bathing, toileting needs, dressing and undressing, mobility and transport, etc.
• Helping the individuals in our care to make their own choices and supporting them to carry out activities within and outside of the home, e.g. cooking, cleaning, shopping, going to the gym, days out, social and leisure activities.
• Acting as an advocate promoting individuals' wellbeing, safety and quality of life.
• Cleaning duties as part of the team, undertaking any general domestic chores, or supporting individuals to carry out such duties.
• Helping with menu planning, shopping and cooking for the home.
• Administering medication to individuals following appropriate training and in line with company procedures.
• Carrying out health & safety checks as necessary.
• Following care and management guidelines and working in line with company policies and procedures.
• Completing documentation and keeping records in accordance with company policy.
• Other reasonable tasks as required which fall within the grade of the job.

Selection Criteria:

Essential:

• Ability to speak and understand English
• Good Numeracy and literacy skills
• Physically fit to meet demands of post
• Be a minimum of 21 years old to work in our children's homes
• Prepared to learn

Desirable:

• Care experience with young people, particularly those with learning disabilities
• Valid driver's license and driving experience
• Have obtained relevant QCF qualifications
• Knowledge in the field of learning disabilities or mental health.
• Full Driving licence

What we offer:

• Full induction package and ongoing training leading to QCF qualifications.
• Contributory Pension Scheme
• 28 days holiday (pro rata if part time, includes bank holidays) with an annual increase after 2 years service to a maximum of 33 days per annum.
• BUPA Healthcare scheme (Private Medical Insurance)
• Refer a friend scheme
• Opportunities to develop

FURTHER INFORMATION:

To request the full job description or to apply, please email:

This position is subject to an enhanced DBS Disclosure which will be completed upon successful application.

Due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you do not hear from us within two weeks of your application, unfortunately, you have not been selected to proceed to the next stage.

Please be advised that we are not currently offering sponsorship for employment visas.

Please complete an application form and submit it for our review.

Job Category: Care and Support

Job Type: Part Time

Job Location: Vale of Glamorgan