Care and Support Worker x 2

We operate a bilingual policy. All applicants are invited to apply in Welsh; any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application made in English.

This advertisement is for two positions, located in Aberaeron and Aberystwyth. Please state in your application whether you are applying for the role in Aberaeron, Aberystwyth, or both.

We are looking to recruit 2 x Care and Support Workers to join our Team.

Ceredigion County Council Targeted Care & Enablement Team are recruiting. We would love to hear from you if you would like a career supporting individuals to regain their skills and independence following acute illness or injury. This is an interesting and varied role which involves activities of daily living such as personal care, mobility, meal preparation and medication etc in their own homes.

We require 1 support worker to work split shifts on 4 days on 4 days off rolling rota. The hours are 7-1 & 4-8 daily. The service is an Occupational Therapists led setting client centred goals to regain as much independence as possible. The job is varied, and you will also be required to cover long-term bridging whilst waiting to source a package, further expanding your skills and knowledge.

The people you support have visits scheduled for specific times. Your workload is provided to you via an electronic call monitoring system, and you will be expected to manage your time effectively and keep to the prescribed schedule.

We provide uniform, work phone, laptop, pay travel allowance and ongoing training. A Full driving license, car and ability to travel within the County is required.

All Wales Induction Framework (AWIF) for Health and Social Care to complete the above within the first six months of employment so that registration as a Social Care Worker with Social Care Wales can be completed within the timeline which is mandatory.

To hold or achieve within a reasonable timescale: Level 2 QCF in health and social care or equivalent. Level 3 – You will need a basic level of conversational Welsh. Reasonable support can be provided on appointment to reach this level.

In exchange for your skills and interest, we will offer in return a range of employee benefits, including:

• From 27 up to 34 days annual leave days per year (plus 8 public holidays) pro rata basis
• Generous Local Government Pension Scheme (employer contribution rate currently set at 15.8%)
• Enhanced pay for family and sickness leave (length of service applies)
• Salary sacrifice schemes including the Cycle to Work scheme, Additional Voluntary Contributions and Car Leasing
• Learning and development opportunities
• Health and wellbeing initiatives including discounted memberships in our local leisure centres
• Shopping Discount Card (Vectis)

We’ve simplified our online application form to make it easier for you to apply. If however you require support to complete it, then please do not hesitate to contact humanresources@ceredigion.gov.uk.

If you have any questions or would like an informal chat about the role, please contact Dawn James on 01545 574092.

Note: We reserve the right to extend the application closing date.

Note: We are committed to safeguarding and protecting children and adults at risk. As part of this commitment, certain roles within our organisation require a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to assess the suitability of candidates. This role will require an Enhanced DBS check. Please note that the presence of previous convictions will not necessarily disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. We assess each applicant on a case-by-case basis, and take into account the nature and relevance of any convictions in relation to the responsibilities of the role. Our goal is to create an inclusive and supportive work environment where all individuals are treated fairly and with respect. If you have any concerns or questions regarding this process, please feel free to contact us for clarification. Your privacy and dignity are of utmost importance to us throughout the recruitment process.

Where you will work: Porth Gofal – Targeted Intervention Services. We are at the core of Ceredigion’s through-age social care provision and we focus on ensuring that each individual receives the intervention that is best placed to meet their needs or, where necessary, guide them to early help or specialist services. Our functions include:

• Porth Gofal Intake and Triage Team
• Targeted Intervention Services
• Fostering Services
• Residential and Day Care Services
• Housing Services
• Integrated Community Equipment Stores
• Emergency Duty Team

More information regarding our teams can be found here.