Support Worker, Mental Health

Support Worker – Bridgend

Hourly Rate: £13.45 to £13.75 dependent on qualifications and experience

Full Time: 40.25 hours per week

At Orbis Education and Care, we are driven by a shared passion for making a real difference in the lives of individuals with autism. Through person-centred care and a commitment to inclusion, we empower the people we support to lead meaningful, independent lives. If you're ready to be part of something new and exciting, there's never been a better time to join us as a Support Worker.

As a Support Worker within our Bridgend four-bed residential service for adults, you'll provide compassionate, person-centred support to adults with complex autism-related needs, empowering them to lead more independent and fulfilling lives.

• Supporting individuals with autism in their day-to-day lives
• Assisting with personal care, domestic tasks, and mealtime routines
• Following tailored care plans designed around each person's strengths and aspirations
• Promoting wellbeing, confidence, and independence
• Working collaboratively with families, professionals, and your team
• Keeping clear, accurate records of care and progress

• Genuinely caring, compassionate, and enthusiastic
• Resilient, patient, and able to adapt to varied needs and routines
• Great communicators with a positive, team-focused attitude
• Eager to learn and grow professionally
• Comfortable using basic IT systems for documentation
• Flexible with shift patterns, typically days and nights, 8:00am to 8:30pm, on 40.25-hour contracts
• A full UK driving licence is essential for this role

Right to Work Requirement: Applicants must have the right to work in the UK and, where applicable, hold a visa with at least 18 months remaining at the time of application. We cannot accept applications from Student Visa holders or candidates requiring sponsorship or sponsorship transfers. Successful candidates with a time-limited right to work will be employed on a fixed-term contract ending on their visa expiry date.

Please note: This role involves regulated activity with adults and requires an enhanced DBS check, including a barred list check.

• Up to £1,000 through our Refer a Friend Scheme
• Clear career progression – 97% of our managers started as Support Workers
• Health Plan – available after successful completion of probation
• Full training and qualifications provided

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