Support Worker (Female Only)

We have a fantastic opportunity for a Support Worker to join our dedicated team based in Ely, Cardiff. In this pivotal role you will be assisting and encouraging people in supported living to become integrated members of their local community, promoting physical and social participation.

Please note: Due to the nature of the service and requirements of the individuals we support, this post is open to female candidates only and is exempt from The Equality Act 2010.

Due to the requirements of the role, candidates must have a full UK Driving license in order to drive the people we supports mobility cars. .

What do the people we support have to say?

We have a fantastic opportunity for a support worker to join our dedicated established team based in Ely, Cardiff.

I live in a two bedroom flat in the Ely area. I am a lady in my early 70's and I require 24 hour support with my daily living.

I enjoy a varied choice of activities at home ranging from arts and crafts, jigsaws, drawing/colouring, and aromatherapy. I also enjoy music and going out for days in my vehicle. I enjoy watching TV/DVDs at home especially cooking programmes.

I like to go out for meals, but it is important for me to follow a healthy eating plan.

Within my home I need support with all aspects of daily living including Manual Handling as I am a wheelchair user. I am very proud of my house and I like to keep it clean and tidy.

I do like to look smart and take a lot of pride in my appearance. I enjoy spending time with my family members.

Who are we?

Mirus is a not-for-profit charitable organisation, working in partnership with the people they support, their families and other partners, to deliver high quality, person-centred support services for people with a disability. We have been supporting people in Wales for over 35 years and currently support over 350 people in ten different local authority areas.

What will you be doing?

• As a Support Worker you will support vulnerable people in some wonderful social activities; these could include walking groups, cinema, meals with family members, gardening.

• You will provide support with a range of tasks which may include household and domestic tasks, shopping, diet/food preparation, personal care, personal hygiene, dressing and personal appearance.

• As a Support worker we will support you in studying towards your QCF Level 2 Health and Social Care, which is completely funded by mirus.

• You will work alongside other professionals such as care managers, community nurses and occupational therapists to deliver high quality support.

What we are looking for?

Whether or not you've worked with people with learning disabilities, mental health and autism - at Mirus we will provide you with all the training, coaching and mentoring you need to be the best Support Worker you can be. At Mirus we assess you on your values and communication to support vulnerable people in your community.

What are our benefits?

• Fully funded and supported qualification – QCF Level 2 Health and Social Care (if not already achieved).

• Paid work-related travel at 45p per mile between services.

• Premium payments for sleep in and wake in.

• Full training programme and opportunities for development and promotion. Including an Aspiring Managers programme.

• 24 days' Annual Leave, plus Bank Holidays. Increasing after 5 years' service.

• Pension Scheme.

• Cycle to Work Scheme·

• Employee Assistance Programme.

• A Wellbeing Hub.

• Social Wales Registration and DBS paid for by mirus.

• Once employed, a £300 employee referral scheme

Next steps:

To apply for this fantastic opportunity to join our team and make a difference to people's lives, please click on the APPLY button below.

Note: Due to the requirements of being a Support Worker, the successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check funded by mirus.