We are seeking patient, compassionate, and positive women to join our committed team at our Supported Living service in St Thomas, Swansea, providing essential support to individuals with learning disabilities.
This is a permanent 20-hour role with a structured rota and variety of shifts, including sleep-in shifts. Day shifts are generally scheduled between 7:00 am and 11:00 pm, with sleep-ins as additional hours.
* This position is open to women only due to the specific support needs of the individuals at this service.
* A full UK manual driving licence is essential for this role, as driving mobility vehicles is a key requirement to support those in our care.
If you are passionate about making a positive difference and enjoy working with truly inspiring people, we would love to hear from you! Who is Pobl Group?
Pobl Group proudly employs over 2,300 colleagues, providing diverse services and making a positive difference in communities across Wales. Our dedicated Care team delivers registered care services at numerous locations throughout South Wales, supporting a wide range of individuals.
At Pobl (which means 'People'), people are at the heart of everything we do. We empower amazing individuals to lead positive, independent lives in their own homes, helping them achieve their goals and live life to the fullest.
What is the role?
This service supports a female with learning disabilities, providing a unique opportunity to work closely with her to foster day-to-day independence, build various skills, and engage in meaningful activities, all while offering vital emotional support.
Her favorite pastimes include shopping, dining out, and enjoying other community activities. As this service focuses on supporting one individual, the environment is calm, quiet, and relaxed.
By joining this team, you will play a pivotal role in empowering this remarkable individual to live a fulfilling and independent life, witnessing first hand the positive impact of your care and support.
Our team prides itself on a passionate commitment to celebrating each individual’s milestones, big or small. At Pobl, you’ll be part of a culture rooted in our values—Positive, Considerate, and Connected—where your opinions and contributions truly matter.
You will be expected to support with daily aspects of living, including:
Medication administration Cooking skills and other household skills Some personal care needs. Accessing the community and supporting to local groups Supporting with individuals’ hobbies and activities such as walking/hiking Being a team player and having good communication skills Completing relevant paperwork to a high standard Supporting individuals to budget finances Providing companionship to the people we support through talking about their interests and wellbeing. Having fun by encouraging the supported individuals to take part in activities that enhance their life skills and promote independence. Take the people we support out and about therefore a full manual driving licence is essential for this role. Encouraging and supporting with cleaning and administrative duties Being able to bring fresh ideas to the team and implement different ways of working. Supporting Individuals with their individual needs Flexibility is key to success in this role.
What skills and experience do you need?
A background of working with people with learning, physical or mental health needs is desired, but not necessary as full training and support from senior staff and management is provided. More important are;
A passion to work with and enable people to live as independent a life as possible An enthusiasm and passion for making a difference to people’s lives A strong initiative and ability to work alone as well as being a great team player For full details of the role and skills required please see the Job Description attached.
What are the pay and benefits?
An hourly rate of £12.15 making the annual salary £23,376 (FTE) Sleep in rate - £62.64 26 days (pro rata) holiday entitlement plus Bank holidays Pension scheme Sick Pay Colleague Referral Scheme (£250 per referral) Time for Talking – a free counselling service Health Cash Plan Savings Scheme Electric Vehicle Lease Schemes Cycle to work scheme Eyecare plan Give as You Earn charity donation scheme Gym and shopping discounts Pobl Bobl hats! Training and progression opportunities – including QCF Level 3 training to qualify you as a Care Worker. FREDIE
Pobl Group is guided by the principles of Fairness, Respect, Equality, Diversity, Inclusion, and Engagement (FREDIE). Whatever your background, you’ll have equal opportunities at Pobl. We welcome your application.
What do you need to do now?
If you’re ready to be a Difference Maker, apply now with your CV and contact details.
We review applications continuously and may close this vacancy early if we find the right candidate. Don’t miss the chance—start your journey with Pobl today!
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