We have an opportunity for passionate and caring people to join our dedicated team of Support Workers in our Supported Living service in Abergavenny. We are currently recruiting for a 22 hour maternity position for 1 year. Due to the nature of the service, you will be required to work a variety of shifts, including days, evenings, weekends, and sleep-in shifts, as part of a rolling rota with every other weekend off. Typical day shifts run between 7:00am and 10:30pm. Sleep-in shifts are in addition to your contracted hours and usually follow this pattern:
• Shift Example 1: 08:00am start → sleep-in → finish at 08:00am the next day • Shift Example 2: 15:00pm start → sleep-in → finish at 15:00pm the next day While not all shifts will be 24 hours, you must be available and willing to work this pattern as needed. If you would like the opportunity to work with some truly amazing people please read on….. Who are Pobl Group?
Pobl Group are a proud employer of over 2,300 colleagues providing diverse services and making a difference in communities throughout Wales. Our Care team provides registered care services throughout South Wales at dozens of locations and for a wide range of customers.
Pobl means ‘People’ and people really are at the heart of everything we do. We support some truly amazing people to live positive, independent lives in their own home and help get them where they want to be in life.
What is the role?
This service is the home of 2 males with learning disabilities. You will be working with these incredible individuals to support them with maintaining their day-to-day independence, enhancing their various skills, supporting with daily activities as well as providing emotional support.
Also, as a Pobl Difference Maker you really are part of something special where you and your opinions matter. We have a culture built on our values to be Positive, Considerate and Connected.
You will be expected to support with daily aspects of living, including:
Medication administration. Cooking skills and other household tasks. Some personal care needs. Accessing the community and supporting to local groups and appointments. 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. 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
What skills and experience do you need?
A background of working with people who have a Learning disability, physical disability or mental ill health 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 £12.75 making the annual salary £24, 531 (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 Training and progression opportunities – including QCF Level 3 training to qualify you as a Care Worker.
FREDIE
At Pobl Group we are guided, in all that we do, by a group of principles that we call FREDIE, these are: Fairness, Respect, Equality, Diversity, Inclusion, Engagement. This means that whatever your background, you will have an equal opportunity at Pobl Group and we encourage you to apply now.
How to Apply
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!
If you would like any support with your application or wish to discuss any adjustments you may require during the application process, please contact 0300 3735262 and quote the job number 509066
Interviews will be held 27th & 28th May 2025
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