Support Worker - Oakfield House

About The Role
Support Worker - Oakfield House, Cardiff. £11.60 - £12.00 per hour dependent on experience. 40.25 hours per week.
 
Oakfield House is a bright, open and fun place to live and learn. Situated next to Birchwood School, Oakfield House is our home for children with autism between the ages of 8 to 18. At Oakfield House children are supported to socialise and make lifelong friends in a safe and nuturing environment. Residents have access to a peer group, where they can learn, make mistakes, practice and ultimately succeed.
 
Located close to Whitchurch Village, and just minutes from Castell Coch and the Taff Trail, the home is close to Cardiff's vibrant city centre, where there is a wealth of after-school options for our children, 
 
  A typical day at Oakfield House will include: 

Providing high quality bespoke care to the people we support, including keeping accurate records.
Ensuring their physical and emotional needs are met through a supportive and caring environment, and that it feels like home.
Being a positive role model to the people we support and promoting their independence through a range of activities.
General housekeeping duties, including meal preparation and elements of personal care.
Having fun with the people we support!Sound good so far? We are looking for people who care and have:

A compassionate and caring nature, with a genuine desire to make a positive impact;
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships;
Resilience and patience when faced with challenges, adapting to individual needs;
A willingness to learn and follow guidance from the team;
Basic IT skills for record keeping and communication purposes;
Flexibility to work on a shift basis, including weekends and occasional night shifts;Please note: This job role involves regulated activity with adults and requires an enhanced DBS with barred list check.

Here's a glimpse into some of the amazing benefits you can expect:

Eligibility for a “Blue Light Card” for additional discounts at a range of retailers
‘Refer a friend’ scheme – earn up to £1000 per successful permanent referral;
£300 Loyalty Bonus;
Medicash Health Plan – after probation;How to apply: 
Don't waste any more time, if you are ready to embark on a rewarding career as a Support Worker at Orbis Education and Care, we would love to hear from you.  To apply please submit your CV using the 'apply' link. 

Orbis Education and Care is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and strive to create an inclusive and supportive working environment for all our employees.  
 
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