Support Worker, Home Care

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

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.

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

Orbis Education and Care is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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