Inclusive Behavioural Support Worker x2

Work Base: Bron y Nant

Do you want to work to make a positive difference to the lives of children and young people? We are passionate about working together to improve the quality of lives of children and young people to ‘have the best life possible’ by providing them with a supportive environment that is centred around their individual needs. This will be achieved by promoting and valuing ‘Active Support’, ‘Positive Behaviour Support’, ‘Person Centred Planning’ and the ‘Reduction of Restrictive Practices’. By putting the individual at the centre of all support planning and developing strategies, we will enable them to develop skills in all aspects of their daily lives, build strong relationships, develop independent living skills, and become active members within their local communities through delivering high-quality care.

We are looking for people who share this ambition and our way of working to be bold, creative, passionate, and honest in everything we do. When you work in social care, no two days are ever the same. Our support worker role can provide you with flexible hours to fit around your life, so a career in support work is a career with real variety. You don’t need any qualifications to get started; you just need to bring the right personal values and you can then train while you work. There are lots of opportunities to progress in a career in our service, as you can gain qualifications, undertake additional training, or take on roles for personal development.

Building positive and constructive relationships with the individuals you support is a vital component of being a valued support worker. Therefore, having a friendly, supportive nature with a positive outlook on life is essential, and being passionate about supporting people to be the best that they can be is what we are all about.

What will the job entail?

• You will assist children and young people to have their voice heard and support them to develop skills towards their longer-term future.
• You will plan and implement imaginative activities that will help them to develop skills.
• You will understand that some children communicate their thoughts and feelings using behaviours of concern and will have a ‘can do’ approach to teach the child to communicate in a different way; team working is key.
• You will work as part of a team out in the Day Service, local community, or family homes.
• Motivating and supporting the individual to take part in a wide range of special interests and activities that support their health and wellbeing such as trampolining, visiting the beach/park, walking, swimming, baking/cooking, playing games, singing and dancing, crafts, to name a few.
• Other duties may include assisting children and young people with their personal care needs, including manual handling.
• As a support worker, you would need to demonstrate an ability to be creative and open-minded as you assist people towards achieving their goals, whilst also helping the team to provide a safe, caring, and learning experience for people with disabilities.
• Resilience is a must in our care sector. The ability to remain calm and supportive is essential.
• There will be a requirement to work some unsocial hours such as weekends and evenings, but we will work with you to ensure a home/work life balance.
• You will attend specialist training to give you the skills to help children and young people fulfil their lives.

If this is a career that you have considered and would like to know more, give us a call for an informal chat. Emma Edwards on either 07849631358 / 01492 575002.

You will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure check by the Disclosure & Barring Service and appointment will be subject to 2 satisfactory references. The team delivers services 365 days of the year during the day, evening, and weekend. We are therefore looking for individuals who have a flexible approach to the working hours to meet the demands of the service.

Welsh Language Skills: The ability to communicate in Welsh is desirable for this post. We are committed to our Welsh language and are proud of our Welsh culture. We welcome applications in both Welsh and English and application forms received in either language will not be treated less favourably than each other. We’re passionate about supporting and encouraging you to use your Cymraeg whatever your level. We offer free classes at all levels, in-person and online to support you.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme.