Adult Learning Disability Support Worker - Barry

Job Title: Learning Disability Support Worker
Location: Barry
Salary: £14.24 per hour (including holiday pay)

Job Description:
Are you passionate about making a positive impact in people's lives? We are seeking compassionate, reliable, and enthusiastic Support Workers to join a leading specialist provider supporting adults with learning disabilities. As a Learning Disability Support Worker in Barry, you will play a vital role in helping individuals with autism spectrum conditions and complex needs lead more independent lives. This full-time position offers flexible shifts, including day, night, and sleep shifts, with immediate start options.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supporting individuals with daily tasks such as cooking, cleaning, personal care, and attending appointments
• Promoting independence and developing life skills
• Building positive relationships with service users, families, and team members
• Participating in engaging activities like walks, games, music sessions, and arts & crafts
• Supporting emotional wellbeing and helping individuals achieve their personal goals
• Ensuring safety, dignity, and well-being of residents by observing, monitoring, and recording their conditions

Requirements:

• At least 6 months of experience working within a social care setting
• Current Enhanced DBS on the update service or willingness to pay for one
• Right to work in the UK
• Ability to work above 24 hours per week
• A driver’s licence and access to a vehicle are essential for supporting residents in the community and attending activities

Why Join Us:

• Competitive pay rate of £14.24 per hour, paid weekly
• Variety of shifts across different social care settings
• Support from a dedicated specialist consultant
• Free online and subsidised practical training (e.g., PMVA, Manual Handling)
• Entry into our monthly prize draw and quarterly £500 Golden Ticket draw
• Flexible shifts to suit your lifestyle and opportunities for temp-to-perm placements
• Make a meaningful difference every day in the lives of adults with learning disabilities

Vetro Recruitment acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Vetro is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merit alone.