Support Worker in Gelligaer

£13.95 per hour plus excellent benefits package

£13.95 per hour plus excellent benefits package

Location

Caerphilly

Job Reference

250300036138

Closing Date

02-Nov-26

Support Worker - Join a Charity That Puts People Before Profit

What our staff say about working for us: "I feel valued within my service and team, and it has had a positive impact on my confidence and motivation"

£13.45 per hour

37.5 hours per week

A Full UK Manual driving licence is Essential for this role.

Who this position suits:

This role is for anyone who wants to make a real difference, whatever your age, background, or gender (unless the role is gender specific)

You don't need to have worked in care before if you're kind, patient, and willing to learn, we'll support you every step of the way.

It could suit someone who's helped others in customer service, childcare, hospitality, teaching, or volunteering, or someone simply looking for a more meaningful job.

If you're the type of person who enjoys listening, lending a hand, and helping others live life to the fullest, you'll fit right in here.

Work somewhere awesome..!

One of our lovely team is moving on, so this is your chance to become part of something special and make a real difference every day as a Support Worker.

Why you will love being a Support Worker...

Jobs like this don't come along every day. As a Support Worker, you'll be part of a team helping people live their best lives.

This isn't a boring job you'll be changing lives with care, supporting day-to-day living and joining in with activities like bowling, swimming, walks, and community outings.

You don't need prior experience to join as a Support Worker.

We provide all the training you'll need, along with ongoing support to help you build a career in care.

We believe in an accessible and fair recruitment process...

That's why you'll receive interview questions in advance, so you feel confident and ready to shine.

If you're ready to join as a Support Worker with Walsingham and want a role that's rewarding, varied, and truly meaningful

IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

Our first step once you have applied, is a brief values evaluation. It highlights the qualities that matter in our work and helps both of us see whether the role is a good fit

Support Worker - Ford Road

£13.95 per hour | 37.5 hours per week | Full UK Manual Driving Licence Essential

About Ford Road

Ford Road is a welcoming service supporting two gentlemen who receive 24-hour, 1:1 support tailored to their individual needs.

Both gentlemen have complex needs which are well managed and under control, and they enjoy building positive relationships with the staff who support them.

One gentleman has autism and a mild learning disability and uses verbal communication. The second gentleman also uses verbal communication, although he has a speech impairment alongside a mild learning disability.

Both gentlemen have a great sense of humour and love having a laugh with staff. They particularly enjoy telling jokes and having friendly banter, so someone who can enjoy their humour and build a warm, positive relationship with them would be a great fit for the service.

About the Role

As a Support Worker, you will provide 1:1 support, helping each individual to live as independently as possible while ensuring their needs are met in a person-centred way.

One of the gentlemen has access to a mobility car, while the other does not.

You will work as part of a supportive team, helping to create a positive environment where the gentlemen can enjoy their routines, interests and relationships.

Shift Pattern

• 37.5 hours per week
• Day shifts: 8:00am - 8:00pm
• 24-hour support service

Who We're Looking For

We're looking for someone who is patient, compassionate and reliable, with a genuine interest in supporting people to live fulfilling and independent lives.

Be someone's everyday hero!

Join Walsingham Support, a national charity that doesn't make money for shareholders every penny goes back into supporting people and our incredible staff.

As a Support Worker, you'll help amazing adults with learning disabilities live life their way.

No experience? No problem well give you all the training and support you need to grow.

Benefits of being a Support Worker with Walsingham Support...

• Favourable working hours, with part-time and bank Support Worker roles available
• 28 days holiday (rising to 38 with service)
• Double pay for bank holidays
• Paid Enhanced DBS
• Pension contributions and life assurance (3x salary)
• Funded qualifications and apprenticeship opportunities
• Employee Assistance Programme and bereavement helpline
• Walsingham Rewards Scheme and Blue Light Card discounts
• Long service awards and a £250 recommend-a-friend bonus

What a Support Worker does...

• Support people with personal care, cooking, and household tasks
• Provide companionship, encouragement, and emotional support
• Help people build independence, friendships, and new skills
• Join in with activities, hobbies, and community events

Why work with Walsingham Support..?

Walsingham Support is a national charity, not a business. We don't make money for shareholders everything we do is reinvested into supporting the people we care for and the staff who make it happen.

Since 1986, every Support Worker at Walsingham Support has played a vital role in enhancing the lives of people with learning disabilities, autism, and complex needs. Our world is built on doing good, being the best place to work, and always putting people first.

Read what our staff team say about working for Walsingham Support

We collected some comments from our team members from our 3 month and 6 month pulse surveys.

Here is what they said:

• "...I feel motivated, valued and committed to providing high-quality care..."
• "...every voice is valued and my manager is always accessible when I need to speak up or contribute..."
• "...I feel supported when it comes to developing professionally..."
• "...the onboarding played a pivotal role in helping me understand and appreciate my role..."
• "...I feel supported in my development and genuinely feel good working as a Walsingham Support Worker..."
• "...I feel very confident because I've had the right training and work with a team that's always ready to help..."
• "...the onboarding played a pivotal role in helping me understand and appreciate my role..."
• "...my manager trusts me, believes in my work and supports my professional development..."
• "...I feel more confident and motivated to learn, grow and contribute to the quality of the organisation..."

£13.95 per hour plus excellent benefits package

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