Support Worker - Aberavon Hospital – Aberavon Hospital

Pay: £12.74 per hour

Location: Rushcliffe Hospital - Aberavon, Scarlet Avenue Aberavon Port Talbot, SA12 7PH

Shifts: 36.00 hours per week (shift-based rota over 7 days including weekends and public holidays)

As a Support Worker with Rushcliffe Care Group, you will be part of the team responsible for delivering safe, effective, and person-centred care. Your role will have a direct impact on the quality of life and outcomes for the service users you support.

What We Offer

• We provide a structured induction and ongoing support to ensure you are confident and effective in your role.
• You will have access to training and opportunities to develop within a well-established organisation.
• You will be part of a team where your contribution has a direct impact on service user experience.
• Join Rushcliffe Care Group and help us provide exceptional care and support to our residents.

With over 35 years of experience, we are committed to delivering high-quality care to some of the most vulnerable members of our community, creating a safe, welcoming, and supportive environment for all.

All roles are subject to an enhanced DBS check, the cost of which is covered by Rushcliffe Care.

The Role

As a Support Worker at Rushcliffe Care Group, your primary responsibility will be to provide physical, social, and psychological care to our service users. You will work closely with healthcare team leaders to ensure the well-being and dignity of individuals we support. Your key responsibilities will include:

• Promoting the dignity and independence of individuals we support, considering their unique needs and backgrounds.
• Assisting with daily activities such as personal care, meal times, and social interactions, while encouraging freedom of choice.
• Participating in social activities, outings, and hobbies, helping to create a vibrant and engaging atmosphere for those in our care.
• Providing emotional and psychological support through active listening, conversation, and 1-to-1 activities.
• Maintaining accurate documentation of care provided and reporting any changes in a service user’s physical or emotional state.
• Adhering to health and safety regulations, ensuring a safe and clean environment for both service users and staff.
• Undertaking training and development opportunities, including completing the Care Certificate within the probationary period.

About You

To succeed in this role, you will need:

• A basic understanding of care and safe working practices, with a positive approach to supporting individuals and promoting their wellbeing, or are willing to develop these skills.
• The ability to follow instructions, work as part of a team, and support others to maintain standards.
• Reliability, organisation, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Pride in maintaining cleanliness and supporting a safe working environment.
• Clear communication and an understanding of the importance of your role within a care setting.

Join the Rushcliffe Care Group and play an important role in providing exceptional care to our service users.

About The Service

Aberavon Hospital provides rehabilitation and recovery for people with complex, severe and enduring mental health challenges. Referrals will be accepted from medium/low secure hospitals, PICU, acute admissions and the Criminal Justice System. Patients will be detained under the Mental Health Act 1983.

Rushcliffe Aberavon is an 18 bedded locked rehabilitation unit for males between the age of 18 and 65 with:

• A primary diagnosis of mental illness or personality disorder, who would benefit from treatment offered within a locked rehabilitation service.
• Individuals whose mental health illness coexists with learning disabilities, challenging behaviour or substance misuse.
• Individuals who may have disengaged and failed to maintain contact with treatment services in the past.
• Individuals who would benefit from support from rehabilitation services in preparing them to live independently in the community.

What Our Values Mean in Practice

At Rushcliffe Care Group, our values guide everything we do. Through Reputable Care, we provide safe, high-quality support that promotes the wellbeing and independence of our service users. We show Respect and Compassion by treating everyone with dignity, kindness, and understanding. Robust Communication helps us work effectively with colleagues, families, and healthcare professionals to ensure the best outcomes. Our Real Commitment is demonstrated through reliability, professionalism, and a dedication to delivering person-centred care every day.

Equal Opportunities Statement

Rushcliffe Care Group is committed to being an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity and are dedicated to creating an inclusive workplace where all individuals are treated with dignity and respect, in line with the Equality Act 2010. We encourage applications from all sections of the community, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. Employment decisions are based on individual merit, qualifications, and the needs of the service. Some roles may have specific requirements, such as physical ability or effective communication in English, due to the nature of the care we provide. These requirements are in place to ensure the safety and well-being of our service users and are applied fairly and proportionately. To support our commitment to equal opportunities, we may collect diversity data as part of the application process. This information is used for monitoring purposes only, is anonymised where appropriate, and does not form part of the selection process.

If you require any adjustments to the recruitment process, please let us know so we can support you.